Pet safety
Is Spotted-foot Stelis toxic to dogs?
Stelis pardipes
No — spotted-foot stelis 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. Stelis is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the genus belongs to Orchidaceae and contains no known toxic principles. The broader family is generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs; no toxic alkaloids or calcium oxalate crystals are reported for this genus. Ingestion of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset from fibrous matter.
Is spotted-foot stelis toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is spotted-foot stelis toxic to dogs?
No — spotted-foot stelis 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. Stelis is not individually listed by ASPCA, but the genus belongs to Orchidaceae and contains no known toxic principles. The broader family is generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs; no toxic alkaloids or calcium oxalate crystals are reported for this genus. Ingestion of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset from fibrous matter.
Is spotted-foot stelis safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists spotted-foot stelis 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 spotted-foot stelis toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spotted-foot Stelis is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full spotted-foot stelis 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 spotted-foot stelis pet-safety
- Is spotted-foot stelis toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is spotted-foot stelis toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete spotted-foot stelis care guide