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Is Never Never Plant 'Grey Star' toxic to dogs?

Ctenanthe setosa 'Grey Star'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists never never plant 'grey star' as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Ctenanthe setosa is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant database. The ASPCA's non-toxic "Prayer Plant" and "Maranta" entries both refer to a different genus (Calathea insignis), so genus-level safety cannot be assumed. Treat it as mildly toxic, expect possible vomiting or stomach upset if pets chew large amounts, and verify with your vet.

What to do if your dog ate never never plant 'grey star'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move never never plant 'grey star' out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of never never plant 'grey star' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten never never plant 'grey star', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is never never plant 'grey star' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is never never plant 'grey star' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists never never plant 'grey star' as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Ctenanthe setosa is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant database. The ASPCA's non-toxic "Prayer Plant" and "Maranta" entries both refer to a different genus (Calathea insignis), so genus-level safety cannot be assumed. Treat it as mildly toxic, expect possible vomiting or stomach upset if pets chew large amounts, and verify with your vet.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats never never plant 'grey star'?

Ctenanthe setosa is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant database. The ASPCA's non-toxic "Prayer Plant" and "Maranta" entries both refer to a different genus (Calathea insignis), so genus-level safety cannot be assumed. Treat it as mildly toxic, expect possible vomiting or stomach upset if pets chew large amounts, and verify with your vet. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to never never plant 'grey star'.

What should I do if my dog ate never never plant 'grey star'?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is never never plant 'grey star' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Never Never Plant 'Grey Star' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full never never plant 'grey star' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to never never plant 'grey star'?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full never never plant 'grey star' pet-safety