Is Watermelon Plant toxic to cats?
Watermelon Plant (Pilea cadieri, as listed by the ASPCA) is non-toxic to cats (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.
Nothing to do — really
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FAQ
Is Watermelon Plant safe for cats?
Yes, for Pilea cadieri, as listed by the ASPCA: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Aluminum Plant entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". Its Watermelon Pilea entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats".
Are the ASPCA's Aluminum Plant and Watermelon Pilea entries consistent about cats?
Yes. Both entries list "Non-Toxic to Cats" for "Pilea cadieri", which supports this S0 Safe cat verdict. The Aluminum Plant entry also lists "Non-Toxic to Dogs" and "Non-Toxic to Horses"; the Watermelon Pilea entry lists "Non-Toxic to Dogs".
Which plant does this Watermelon Plant verdict cover?
Pilea cadieri, as listed by the ASPCA. The ASPCA's Aluminum Plant and Watermelon Pilea entries both give that scientific name. This verdict covers that named species; plants with other scientific names are not covered and are not graded here. Check the full scientific name on the tag.
Does the ASPCA also call Watermelon Plant Aluminum Plant or Watermelon Pilea?
Yes. The ASPCA's Aluminum Plant entry lists "Watermelon Plant" as an Additional Common Name. Its Watermelon Pilea entry lists "Watermelon Plant, Aluminum Plant" as Additional Common Names. Both entries give the scientific name "Pilea cadieri".