Pet safety
Is Rough Columnea toxic to dogs?
Columnea strigosa
No — rough 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. Columnea (Gesneriaceae, Goldfish Plant) is listed as Non-Toxic to Dogs and Non-Toxic to Cats by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. No toxic principles are identified for this genus.
Is rough columnea toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is rough columnea toxic to dogs?
No — rough 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. Columnea (Gesneriaceae, Goldfish Plant) is listed as Non-Toxic to Dogs and Non-Toxic to Cats by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. No toxic principles are identified for this genus.
Is rough columnea safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists rough 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 rough columnea toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rough Columnea is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full rough 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.
Full rough columnea pet-safety
- Is rough columnea toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is rough columnea toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete rough columnea care guide