Is orientandina goldfish plant toxic to dogs?

No — orientandina goldfish plant 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. Columnea orientandina is a Gesneriaceae gesneriad with no documented toxic principles. Columnea genus is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the closely related gesneriad Episcia is ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic to cats and dogs, and no toxic compounds are known for the family. Ingestion of any plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists orientandina goldfish plant 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: orientandina goldfish plant is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full orientandina goldfish plant pet-safety guide for both species.

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.