Is Cats Safe?

Is Prayer Plant Safe for Cats?

Safe for cats

Yes — Prayer Plant is considered safe for cats in normal amounts.

Prayer Plant
Photo: Forest & Kim Starr · CC BY 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

Prayer Plant is considered safe / non-toxic to cats by ASPCA Animal Poison Control. As always, introduce anything new in moderation.

Scientific nameCalathea insignis
FamilyMarantaceae
CategoryPlants
Also known asCaeroba, Calathea Lancifolia 3, Maranta, Peacock Plant, Rattle Snake Plant, Red Veined Prayer, Zebra Plant

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Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control ↗

Frequently asked questions

Can cats have Prayer Plant?

Prayer Plant is considered non-toxic to cats in normal small amounts by ASPCA Animal Poison Control. It's still not a replacement for proper cat food.

What should I do if my cat ate Prayer Plant?

Large amounts of any new food can upset a cat's stomach — watch for vomiting or diarrhea and call your vet if it persists.