Pet safety
Is Scot's Maidenhair Spleenwort toxic to dogs?
Asplenium viride
No — scot's maidenhair spleenwort 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. Asplenium ferns (spleenworts) are recognised by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs; while A. viride is not individually listed, the genus pattern is non-toxic and it carries no toxic principle. Mild stomach upset is still possible if a pet eats a quantity.
Is scot's maidenhair spleenwort toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is scot's maidenhair spleenwort toxic to dogs?
No — scot's maidenhair spleenwort 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. Asplenium ferns (spleenworts) are recognised by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs; while A. viride is not individually listed, the genus pattern is non-toxic and it carries no toxic principle. Mild stomach upset is still possible if a pet eats a quantity.
Is scot's maidenhair spleenwort safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists scot's maidenhair spleenwort 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 scot's maidenhair spleenwort toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Scot's Maidenhair Spleenwort is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full scot's maidenhair spleenwort 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 scot's maidenhair spleenwort pet-safety
- Is scot's maidenhair spleenwort toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is scot's maidenhair spleenwort toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete scot's maidenhair spleenwort care guide