Pet safety
Is Purple Fingers toxic to dogs?
Cheiridopsis purpurea
No — purple fingers 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. Cheiridopsis purpurea is in the family Aizoaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, Aizoaceae mesembs have no known toxic compounds reported for pets or people. Mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if ingested in quantity.
Is purple fingers toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is purple fingers toxic to dogs?
No — purple fingers 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. Cheiridopsis purpurea is in the family Aizoaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, Aizoaceae mesembs have no known toxic compounds reported for pets or people. Mild gastrointestinal upset is possible if ingested in quantity.
Is purple fingers safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists purple fingers 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 purple fingers toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Purple Fingers is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full purple fingers 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 purple fingers pet-safety
- Is purple fingers toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is purple fingers toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete purple fingers care guide