Sempervivum Is (mother and child fighting cock) poisonous to cats or dogs?
Sempervivum (Hens and Chicks) — Cats: Safe · Dogs: Safe Safe for cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA. Can be grown as an ornamental succulent without worrying about poisoning. Note: Must be separated from another succulent with the same common name, Hens and Chicks, which is actually Echeveria elegans (different genus) — This note refers only to Sempervivum tectorum, as the ASPCA article clearly states the scientific name.
English nameHens and Chicks
Scientific nameSempervivum tectorum
catsafe
dogsafe
What should I do?
Safe for cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA. Can be grown as an ornamental succulent without worrying about toxicity. Note: Must be separated from another succulent with the same common name, Hens and Chicks, which is actually Echeveria elegans (different genus) — this note refers only to Sempervivum tectorum, as the ASPCA article clearly states the scientific name.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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