Pet safety
Is Elephant Ears Bergenia toxic to dogs?
Bergenia crassifolia
No — elephant ears bergenia is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Bergenia crassifolia (Saxifragaceae) is not listed as toxic to cats, dogs, or horses by the ASPCA. No toxic principles are reported for the genus. Not related to toxic elephant ear plants (Alocasia, Colocasia — Araceae family) despite sharing a common name.
Is elephant ears bergenia toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is elephant ears bergenia toxic to dogs?
No — elephant ears bergenia is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Bergenia crassifolia (Saxifragaceae) is not listed as toxic to cats, dogs, or horses by the ASPCA. No toxic principles are reported for the genus. Not related to toxic elephant ear plants (Alocasia, Colocasia — Araceae family) despite sharing a common name.
Is elephant ears bergenia safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists elephant ears bergenia as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is elephant ears bergenia toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Elephant Ears Bergenia is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full elephant ears bergenia pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full elephant ears bergenia pet-safety
- Is elephant ears bergenia toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is elephant ears bergenia toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete elephant ears bergenia care guide