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Is Puerto Rican Columnea toxic to dogs?

Columnea tulae

Non-toxic to dogs

No — puerto rican columnea 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. The ASPCA lists the Gold-Fish Plant (Columnea / Hypocyrta) as non-toxic to dogs and cats. C. tulae belongs to the same genus within the Gesneriaceae family. No toxic principles have been reported for this genus.

Is puerto rican columnea toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is puerto rican columnea toxic to dogs?

No — puerto rican columnea 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. The ASPCA lists the Gold-Fish Plant (Columnea / Hypocyrta) as non-toxic to dogs and cats. C. tulae belongs to the same genus within the Gesneriaceae family. No toxic principles have been reported for this genus.

Is puerto rican columnea safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists puerto rican columnea 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 puerto rican columnea toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Puerto Rican Columnea is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full puerto rican columnea 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.

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