Snake Plant

Not listed does not mean safe.

Mokkie · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo source · shows: Dracaena trifasciata

Sansevieria trifasciata

Also known as: Golden Bird's Nest, Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, Good Luck Plant

Family: Agavaceae · ASPCA plant record

Verdict at a glance

🐱 Cats⚠ Toxic 🐶 Dogs⚠ Toxic

Each tile reflects collected claims for that animal. Missing animals are listed below.

Evidence by animal

Sourced plant verdicts — read the original wording and scope
Animal	Verdict and evidence
Companion mammals
🐱 Cats	Cats: ⚠ Toxic ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — ⚠ Toxic Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats Read original source
🐶 Dogs	Dogs: ⚠ Toxic ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — ⚠ Toxic Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats Read original source

No reliable data for 21 animals

No reliable data for: Horses, Rabbits, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Pet birds (general), Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), Budgerigars (budgies), Cockatiels, Lovebirds, Canaries, Finches, Pigeons & doves, Tortoises, Bearded dragons, Iguanas, Goats, Chickens & other poultry

No supported claim has been collected for these animals. Not listed does not mean safe; do not infer suitability from another species.

Toxic principles

ASPCA, as published: Saponins Source

Clinical signs

ASPCA, as published: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Source

Last verified (ASPCA record): 2026-10-26. Source access dates and limitations.

Similar plants (same family)

Shared family is not a shared verdict. Check each plant separately.