Are African violets poisonous to cats or dogs?
African Violet — Cats: Safe · Dogs: Safe The ASPCA has classified it as nontoxic to dogs and cats. But eating large amounts of the plant can irritate the digestive tract. It should be placed out of reach if animals like to bite the plant.
Other names: African violet
English nameAfrican Violet
Scientific nameSaintpaulia spp.
catsafe
dogsafe
What should I do?
The ASPCA has classified it as non-toxic to dogs and cats. But eating large amounts of the plant can irritate the digestive tract. It should be placed out of reach if animals like to bite the plant.
Used for making preliminary decisions. not a judgment If you eat the plant or have any unusual symptoms, contactAnimal clinic 24 hrs.or veterinarian immediately
Last checked 2026-07-22