Is Star Plant toxic to cats?
Star Plant (Cryptanthus bivattus minor, as listed by the ASPCA) is non-toxic to cats (S0 Safe): all four ASPCA entries list this plant 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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FAQ
Is Star Plant safe for cats?
Yes, for Cryptanthus bivattus minor, as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Star Plant entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats". This verdict covers the scientific name given in that record.
Which plant does this Star Plant verdict cover?
Cryptanthus bivattus minor, as listed by the ASPCA. The Dwarf Rose-Stripe Star, Earth Star, Pink Starlite, and Star Plant entries all give that scientific name. This page follows that scope; plants with other scientific names are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag.
Do the four ASPCA entries name the same plant?
Yes. All four name "Cryptanthus bivattus minor". They all list "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats". The Pink Starlite entry also lists "Non-Toxic to Horses"; that horse classification is not added to the other three entries.
Is Star Plant safe for dogs?
Yes, for Cryptanthus bivattus minor, as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Star Plant entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats". This verdict covers the scientific name given in that record.