Is Snake Plant toxic to cats and dogs?

Whether Snake Plant is safe for cats and dogs, from the ASPCA's toxic and non-toxic plant list.

Is Snake Plant toxic to cats and dogs?
PlantScientific nameCatsDogsToxic principlesClinical signs
Snake PlantSansevieria trifasciataToxic to catsToxic to dogsSaponinsNausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Common questions

Is Snake Plant toxic to cats?
Toxic to cats.
Is Snake Plant toxic to dogs?
Toxic to dogs.
What makes Snake Plant toxic?
Saponins.
What are the signs of Snake Plant poisoning?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Sources

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