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Is Spider Flower toxic to dogs?

Spider Flower (Cleome hasserlana, as listed by the ASPCA) is non-toxic to dogs (S0 Safe): the ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.

  • 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. Spider Flower (Cleome hasserlana, 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

Lightdirect
Waterevery 5–9 days
Humiditymedium
Difficulty●●○

FAQ

Is Spider Flower safe for dogs?

Yes, for Cleome hasserlana, as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Spider Flower entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". Its Clinical Signs line reads "No records of toxic ingestion from this plant."

What does the ASPCA record say about Spider Flower ingestion in dogs?

The Clinical Signs line reads "No records of toxic ingestion from this plant." The same entry lists Spider Flower as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.

Which plant does this Spider Flower verdict cover?

Cleome hasserlana, as listed by the ASPCA. The entry gives the scientific name "Cleome hasserlana". This verdict follows that source scope; plants with other scientific names are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag.

Is Spider Flower safe for cats?

Yes, for Cleome hasserlana, as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Spider Flower entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". Its Clinical Signs line reads "No records of toxic ingestion from this plant."

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Verdapaw Plant × Pet Safety Index, verdapaw.com/plants/spider-flower, reviewed 2026-10-30