Pet safety
Is Empire Scarlet Star toxic to dogs?
Guzmania lingulata 'Empire'
No — empire scarlet star 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. The ASPCA lists Guzmania species as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Guzmania lingulata (Scarlet Star Bromeliad) is on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list. 'Empire' is a cultivar of the same species and shares the same non-toxic profile.
Is empire scarlet star toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is empire scarlet star toxic to dogs?
No — empire scarlet star 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. The ASPCA lists Guzmania species as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Guzmania lingulata (Scarlet Star Bromeliad) is on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list. 'Empire' is a cultivar of the same species and shares the same non-toxic profile.
Is empire scarlet star safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists empire scarlet star 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 empire scarlet star toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Empire Scarlet Star is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full empire scarlet star 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 empire scarlet star pet-safety
- Is empire scarlet star toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is empire scarlet star toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete empire scarlet star care guide