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Is Friendship Plant toxic to cats?

Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata) is non-toxic to cats (S0 Safe): the ASPCA's Friendship Plant and Panamiga entries list this species as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

  • TOXINnone — no toxic principles on record
  • WHAT TO EXPECTno symptoms on record
  • CALL THE VETSee a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.
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Nothing to do — really

S0 PROTOCOL
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No action needed. Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata) is safe to keep around cats.
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When to call the vet: See a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.

Care at a glance

Lightbright indirect
Waterevery 5–9 days
Humidityhigh
Difficulty●○○

FAQ

Is Friendship Plant safe for cats?

Yes, for Pilea involucrata: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Friendship Plant entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses", and its Panamiga entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats".

Which plant does this Friendship Plant verdict cover?

Pilea involucrata. The ASPCA's Friendship Plant and Panamiga entries both give the scientific name "Pilea involucrata"; the Panamiga entry lists "Friendship Plant" as an additional common name. This verdict covers that species; plants with other scientific names are not covered and are not graded here. Check the full scientific name on the tag.

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Verdapaw Plant × Pet Safety Index, verdapaw.com/plants/friendship-plant, reviewed 2026-10-14