Is Sophronitis coccinea toxic to dogs?

No — sophronitis coccinea 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. Orchids are broadly regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs (the ASPCA lists Cattleya and Phalaenopsis as non-toxic), with Cattleya explicitly listed; Sophronitis is now treated within Cattleya and carries no reported toxic principle. Excessive chewing of any houseplant can still cause mild, transient GI upset in pets, and avoid letting animals ingest plants treated with pesticides or systemic fertilisers.

Yes — the ASPCA lists sophronitis coccinea 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sophronitis coccinea is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full sophronitis coccinea pet-safety guide for both species.

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.