Is sapling/fittonia poisonous to cats or dogs?
Nerve Plant / Fittonia — Cats: Safe · Dogs: Safe. Safe for dogs and cats. If you eat too much and vomit, watch for symptoms.
Other names: Mosaic Plant, Striped Plant
English nameNerve Plant / Fittonia
Scientific nameFittonia verschaffeltii
catsafe
dogsafe
Symptoms that may be experienced
- No poison
- If eaten in large quantities, it may cause slight gastrointestinal irritation.
What should I do?
Safe for dogs and cats If you eat too much and vomit, watch for symptoms.
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 2026-07-03