Is Purple Waffle Plant toxic to cats?
Purple Waffle Plant (Hemigraphis exotica) is non-toxic to cats (S0 Safe): both ASPCA 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.
Nothing to do — really
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FAQ
Is Purple Waffle Plant safe for cats?
Yes, for Hemigraphis exotica: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Purple Waffle Plant entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". Its Waffle Plant entry names the same species and reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats".
What toxic principle does the ASPCA list for Purple Waffle Plant in its cat record?
The ASPCA lists "Non-toxic" under Toxic Principles in both its Purple Waffle Plant and Waffle Plant entries for Hemigraphis exotica. Both entries list the plant as non-toxic to cats.
Does this Purple Waffle Plant verdict cover the whole Hemigraphis genus?
No. The ASPCA's Purple Waffle Plant and Waffle Plant entries both give the scientific name "Hemigraphis exotica". This verdict covers that species, not the whole Hemigraphis genus. Other plants outside that named species are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag before applying this verdict.
Do Purple Waffle Plant and Waffle Plant name the same plant in the ASPCA records?
Yes. The ASPCA's Purple Waffle Plant entry lists "waffle plant" as an additional common name, and its Waffle Plant entry lists "Purple Waffle Plant". Both give the scientific name "Hemigraphis exotica" and list it as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Check the scientific name on the tag before applying this verdict.