Pet safety
Is Lady of the Night toxic to dogs?
Brassavola nodosa
No — lady of the night 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. As a member of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), Brassavola is covered by the ASPCA's non-toxic classification for orchids; chewing may cause only mild mechanical stomach upset, with no toxic principle.
Is lady of the night toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is lady of the night toxic to dogs?
No — lady of the night 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. As a member of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), Brassavola is covered by the ASPCA's non-toxic classification for orchids; chewing may cause only mild mechanical stomach upset, with no toxic principle.
Is lady of the night safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists lady of the night 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 lady of the night toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lady of the Night is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full lady of the night 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 lady of the night pet-safety
- Is lady of the night toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is lady of the night toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete lady of the night care guide