Pet safety
Is Network Calathea toxic to dogs?
Goeppertia musaica
No — network calathea 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; the prayer plant genera Calathea/Goeppertia (Marantaceae) carry no toxic principles. Non-toxic does not mean edible — large quantities of any foliage may cause mild, transient stomach upset.
Is network calathea toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is network calathea toxic to dogs?
No — network calathea 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; the prayer plant genera Calathea/Goeppertia (Marantaceae) carry no toxic principles. Non-toxic does not mean edible — large quantities of any foliage may cause mild, transient stomach upset.
Is network calathea safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists network calathea 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 network calathea toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Network Calathea is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full network calathea 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 network calathea pet-safety
- Is network calathea toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is network calathea toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete network calathea care guide