Pet safety
Is Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum Densum' toxic to dogs?
Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum Densum'
No — polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' 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. Polystichum is a true fern in the Dryopteridaceae family; ASPCA-listed Polystichum species (such as Western Sword Fern, Polystichum munitum, and Christmas Fern, Polystichum acrostichoides) are classified non-toxic with no toxic principle identified. Eating large amounts of fronds may still cause mild, transient stomach upset.
Is polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' toxic to dogs?
No — polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' 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. Polystichum is a true fern in the Dryopteridaceae family; ASPCA-listed Polystichum species (such as Western Sword Fern, Polystichum munitum, and Christmas Fern, Polystichum acrostichoides) are classified non-toxic with no toxic principle identified. Eating large amounts of fronds may still cause mild, transient stomach upset.
Is polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' 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 polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum Densum' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' 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 polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' pet-safety
- Is polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum' care guide