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Is Purple passion vine toxic to dogs?

Purple passion vine (Gynura aurantica, as listed by the ASPCA) is non-toxic to dogs (S0 Safe): the ASPCA lists it 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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S0 PROTOCOL
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No action needed. Purple passion vine (Gynura aurantica, as listed by the ASPCA) is safe to keep around dogs.
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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 5–8 days
Humiditymedium
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FAQ

Is purple passion vine safe for dogs?

Yes, for Gynura aurantica as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Purple Passion Vine entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". Its Purple Velvet Plant and Velvet Plant entries each read "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats". All three give the scientific name "Gynura aurantica" and list Clinical Signs as "Non-toxic".

Does this purple passion vine verdict cover all Gynura plants?

No. The ASPCA's Purple Passion Vine, Purple Velvet Plant, and Velvet Plant entries all give the scientific name "Gynura aurantica". This verdict covers that one species as listed by the ASPCA, not the Gynura genus or other plants with similar common names. Check the full scientific name on the tag before applying this verdict.

Is purple passion vine safe for cats?

Yes, for Gynura aurantica as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Purple Passion Vine entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". The Purple Velvet Plant and Velvet Plant entries each read "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats". All three list Clinical Signs as "Non-toxic". Contact your vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.

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Verdapaw Plant × Pet Safety Index, verdapaw.com/plants/purple-passion-vine, reviewed 2026-10-24