Is money tree toxic to dogs?

Non-toxic to dogs. Money Tree is non-toxic to dogs and cats, according to the ASPCA.

Is Money Tree Toxic to Cats and Dogs?

Q: Is money tree toxic to cats?

Non-toxic to cats. Money Tree is non-toxic to dogs and cats, according to the ASPCA.

Pachira aquatica

Cats

🟢 Non-toxic

Dogs

🟢 Non-toxic

Short answer: Money Tree is non-toxic to dogs and cats, according to the ASPCA.

Think your pet ate money tree? call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

Signs to watch for

None listed. Any plant can cause mild stomach upset if eaten in quantity.

Why it’s a problem

Toxic principle: None listed.

The ASPCA lists money tree (Pachira aquatica) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. Like any plant, eating a lot may cause nausea, vomiting or loose stool.

Frequently asked questions

Is money tree safe for cats?

Yes. The ASPCA lists it as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

My pet chewed money tree. Should I worry?

It isn’t toxic, but eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild upset stomach. Call your vet if vomiting or diarrhea doesn’t settle.

Other plants

Spider Plant
Christmas Cactus
Boston Fern
Roses
Sunflowers
Orchids

Sources

ASPCA plant database: Money Tree

Last checked: 2026-11-11. General information, not veterinary advice.