Pet safety
Is Pilea microphylla 'Variegata' toxic to dogs?
Pilea microphylla 'Variegata'
No — pilea microphylla 'variegata' 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. Pilea microphylla belongs to the ASPCA non-toxic Pilea genus, listed safe for cats and dogs with no toxic principle reported. Nibbling may cause only mild, temporary digestive upset.
Is pilea microphylla 'variegata' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is pilea microphylla 'variegata' toxic to dogs?
No — pilea microphylla 'variegata' 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. Pilea microphylla belongs to the ASPCA non-toxic Pilea genus, listed safe for cats and dogs with no toxic principle reported. Nibbling may cause only mild, temporary digestive upset.
Is pilea microphylla 'variegata' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists pilea microphylla 'variegata' 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 pilea microphylla 'variegata' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pilea microphylla 'Variegata' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full pilea microphylla 'variegata' 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 pilea microphylla 'variegata' pet-safety
- Is pilea microphylla 'variegata' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is pilea microphylla 'variegata' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete pilea microphylla 'variegata' care guide