Is Mother Fern toxic to dogs?

Mother Fern (Asplenium bulbiferum) is non-toxic to dogs (S0 Safe): the ASPCA lists this species as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

S0SAFE

TOXINnone — no toxic principles on record
WHAT TO EXPECTno symptoms on record
CALL THE VETSee a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.

S0S1S2S3S4

Nothing to do — really

S0 PROTOCOL

No action needed. Mother Fern (Asplenium bulbiferum) is safe to keep around dogs.

When to call the vet: See a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.

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Care at a glance

Lightbright indirect

Waterevery 5–9 days

Humiditymedium

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FAQ

Is Mother Fern safe for dogs?

Yes, for Asplenium bulbiferum: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Mother Fern entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats".

Which plant does this Mother Fern verdict cover?

Asplenium bulbiferum. The ASPCA's Mother Fern, Hen and Chickens Fern, King and Queen Fern, Mother Spleenwort, and Parsley Fern entries all give that scientific name. This verdict follows that species. Verdapaw's parsley record is a different plant. Check the scientific name on the tag.

Do these ASPCA entries list cats and dogs as non-toxic?

Yes. Mother Fern, King and Queen Fern, and Mother Spleenwort read "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats". Hen and Chickens Fern and Parsley Fern read "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". All five give the scientific name "Asplenium bulbiferum". Each also lists Toxic Principles "Non-toxic".

Is Mother Fern safe for cats?

Yes, for Asplenium bulbiferum: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Mother Fern entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats".