Is calathea toxic to dogs or cats?
Also known as: Prayer plant, rattlesnake plant
Non-toxic to dogs.
Non-toxic to cats.
Calatheas and their prayer-plant relatives are pet-safe, and their bold patterned leaves make them a natural upgrade from riskier lookalikes. They demand a bit of humidity but nothing from your vet. A top pick for plant-loving pet homes.
Signs to watch for
- None beyond mild GI upset from overeating
Sources: ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant list, Pet Poison Helpline. Verdicts are conservative by design: where evidence is thin we choose the stricter rating.
This is general educational information, not veterinary advice. When in doubt about your own pet, ask your veterinarian.
If your pet just ate something risky, act now: call your vet, ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435, or Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661 (consultation fees may apply).