Pet safety
Is Inch Plant 'Nanouk' toxic to dogs?
Tradescantia albiflora 'Nanouk'
Yes — inch plant 'nanouk' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists Tradescantia (inch plant / spiderwort) as toxic to cats and dogs. The sap commonly causes contact dermatitis and skin irritation, and ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems away from pets that like to chew.
What to do if your dog ate inch plant 'nanouk'
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move inch plant 'nanouk' out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of inch plant 'nanouk' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten inch plant 'nanouk', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is inch plant 'nanouk' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is inch plant 'nanouk' toxic to dogs?
Yes — inch plant 'nanouk' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Tradescantia (inch plant / spiderwort) as toxic to cats and dogs. The sap commonly causes contact dermatitis and skin irritation, and ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems away from pets that like to chew.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats inch plant 'nanouk'?
The ASPCA lists Tradescantia (inch plant / spiderwort) as toxic to cats and dogs. The sap commonly causes contact dermatitis and skin irritation, and ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Keep trailing stems away from pets that like to chew. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to inch plant 'nanouk'.
What should I do if my dog ate inch plant 'nanouk'?
Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.
Is inch plant 'nanouk' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Inch Plant 'Nanouk' is toxic to cats as well. See the full inch plant 'nanouk' pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to inch plant 'nanouk'?
For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Full inch plant 'nanouk' pet-safety
- Is inch plant 'nanouk' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is inch plant 'nanouk' toxic to cats?
- My dog ate inch plant 'nanouk' — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete inch plant 'nanouk' care guide