Is Chinese money plant toxic to cats and dogs?
Not confirmed pet-safe
Chinese money plant · Pilea peperomioides
Chinese money plant is not listed in the ASPCA’s toxic and non-toxic plant database, so we cannot confirm it is safe for cats and dogs.
My pet ate some: what to do now
Not sure it’s this plant?Get the free Botanicaly app: it names the plant from a photo and warns you if it’s known to be toxic
What to do if your pet ate it
There is no ASPCA record for this plant, so the database cannot say whether it is toxic. If your pet has chewed it, call your vet, say which plant it was and roughly how much, and follow their advice.
Non-toxic plants for similar light
Baby rubber plantPeperomia obtusifoliaBright, indirect lightPet-safe
Watermelon peperomiaPeperomia argyreiaBright, indirect lightPet-safe
Lady palmRhapis excelsaBright, indirect lightPet-safe
Scarlet star bromeliadGuzmania lingulataBright, indirect lightPet-safeSee all pet-safe alternatives →
If you’re unsure whether this plant is safe for your specific pet, consult your vet before bringing it home.
All Chinese money plant guides
Related plants
Common questions
Is Chinese money plant safe for cats?
Chinese money plant is not listed in the ASPCA’s toxic and non-toxic plant database, so we cannot confirm it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep it out of reach of pets, and call your vet if your pet chews it.
Can I keep Chinese money plant with pets at home?
If you’re unsure whether this plant is safe for your specific pet, consult your vet before bringing it home.
Last reviewed: