Pet safety
Is Goeppertia Beauty Star toxic to dogs?
Goeppertia 'Beauty Star'
No — goeppertia beauty 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Goeppertia (formerly Calathea, including ornata types) and the prayer-plant group (Maranta, Ctenanthe, Stromanthe) are recognised non-toxic by the ASPCA, so 'Beauty Star' is safe around pets. As with any non-food plant, heavy nibbling may cause mild, short-lived stomach upset.
Is goeppertia beauty star toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is goeppertia beauty star toxic to dogs?
No — goeppertia beauty 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Goeppertia (formerly Calathea, including ornata types) and the prayer-plant group (Maranta, Ctenanthe, Stromanthe) are recognised non-toxic by the ASPCA, so 'Beauty Star' is safe around pets. As with any non-food plant, heavy nibbling may cause mild, short-lived stomach upset.
Is goeppertia beauty star safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists goeppertia beauty 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 goeppertia beauty star toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Goeppertia Beauty Star is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full goeppertia beauty 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 goeppertia beauty star pet-safety
- Is goeppertia beauty star toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is goeppertia beauty star toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete goeppertia beauty star care guide