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Is Long Spider Orchid toxic to dogs?

Brassia longissima

Non-toxic to dogs

No — long spider orchid 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. Brassia is in the family Orchidaceae. The ASPCA lists numerous orchid genera as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Brassia is not individually named in the ASPCA database, but the genus has no known toxic principles and is consistent with the non-toxic orchid pattern. Ingestion of plant material may still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is long spider orchid toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is long spider orchid toxic to dogs?

No — long spider orchid 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. Brassia is in the family Orchidaceae. The ASPCA lists numerous orchid genera as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Brassia is not individually named in the ASPCA database, but the genus has no known toxic principles and is consistent with the non-toxic orchid pattern. Ingestion of plant material may still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is long spider orchid safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists long spider orchid 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 long spider orchid toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Long Spider Orchid is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full long spider orchid 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 long spider orchid pet-safety