Pet safety
Is Polka Dot Plant 'Splash Select Red' toxic to dogs?
Hypoestes phyllostachya 'Splash Select Red'
No — polka dot plant 'splash select red' 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. Hypoestes phyllostachya is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. While not poisonous, eating large amounts may still cause mild, temporary stomach upset in pets, so casual nibbling is best discouraged. Do not confuse it with spotted-leaf begonias, which are toxic.
Is polka dot plant 'splash select red' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is polka dot plant 'splash select red' toxic to dogs?
No — polka dot plant 'splash select red' 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. Hypoestes phyllostachya is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. While not poisonous, eating large amounts may still cause mild, temporary stomach upset in pets, so casual nibbling is best discouraged. Do not confuse it with spotted-leaf begonias, which are toxic.
Is polka dot plant 'splash select red' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists polka dot plant 'splash select red' 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 polka dot plant 'splash select red' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Polka Dot Plant 'Splash Select Red' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full polka dot plant 'splash select red' 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 polka dot plant 'splash select red' pet-safety
- Is polka dot plant 'splash select red' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is polka dot plant 'splash select red' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete polka dot plant 'splash select red' care guide