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Prayer plants are listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. Cats Protection also includes named prayer-plant examples among houseplants it lists as non-toxic to cats. That classification does not mean a plant is food or that eating it can never cause discomfort. If your cat has chewed an unidentified plant or seems unwell, contact a veterinarian.
How prayer plants are classified for cats
The ASPCA’s prayer-plant entry lists the scientific name Calathea insignis, includes Maranta among its common names, and classifies the plant as “Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses.” The entry also identifies its toxic principles as non-toxic. See the ASPCA prayer-plant listing.
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The ASPCA has separate listings that classify Calathea species and Maranta as non-toxic to cats. ASPCA Calathea listing and ASPCA Maranta listing. Cats Protection likewise includes prayer plants, giving Calathea orbifolia and Maranta leuconeura as examples in its list of common houseplants non-toxic to cats. Read Cats Protection’s plant guidance.
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Check the botanical name on your plant
“Prayer plant” is a common name, not a precise identification for every plant sold under that label. The ASPCA entry uses Calathea insignis, while Cats Protection gives Calathea orbifolia and Maranta leuconeura as examples. Check the botanical name on the plant tag or ask the seller if you are unsure what you have; do not assume a loose common name confirms the identity of a particular specimen.
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Hirt's Red Prayer Plant - 2 Pack - Maranta - House Plant - 3" Pots
- Prayer plants have big, oval leaves that turn upward at night
- The folding and unfolding of the leaves happens in a regular pattern
- Plant biologists call these daily cycles circadian rhythms
- Just provide bright indirect light and keep evenly moist
- Garden & Patio
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Live Lemon Lime Prayer Plant, Pet Friendly, Easy to Grow, 4" Pot
- About the Plant: Lemon Lime Prayer Plant, scientific name: Maranta leuconeura, is a widely popular houseplant. It displays bright green leaves with dark green stripes. The leaves move throughout the day to follow the sunlight! Prayer plants make perfect home decor and look beautiful sitting on a sunny windowsill, end table, or bookshelf.
- Growing Habit: Prayer Plants, or Marantas, tend to grow sideways rather than upwards, making them a wonderful plant to hang in a window!
- Pet Friendly: All Prayer Plants are recognized by the ASPCA as non-toxic and safe for pets, meaning you can fill your home with beautiful plants and keep your furry friends safe! Non-recommended for ingestion however, as it may cause vomiting. Please contact your Vet with any concerns.
- Air Purifying: Houseplants are well known to be a healthy addition to your home due to their natural air purifying qualities. Many houseplants have been identified by NASA as able to filter toxins out of the air, allowing you to breathe easy!
- Plant Size: This plant is 4-inches in diameter, and approximately 5-8 inches tall at time of shipping. Height will vary by plant; however, we pick the best plant available for each order. Please note that you will not receive the plant in the photos as each plant is unique.
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Hopewind Plants Shop, Red Prayer Plant, Red Maranta, Gorgeous Live Indoor Plant, Easy to Care and Rare Variety 4 inch Pot
- Red prayer plant is originated from Brazil, and a popular and attractive housplant.
- Moderate, and indirect sunlight
- Water: Every 1-2 weeks when soil is almost dry out half way down
- Climate: 65 and 70 °F
- Ships fast and accurately from our facility certified in California.
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Live Plant, Lemon Lime Maranta Prayer Plant, Pet Friendly, Air Purifying, Easy Care, 12-16 inch Tall, Easy to Grow Rare Indoor Plant, Houseplant, 4 inch Pot by Hopewind Plants Shop
- LIVE INDOOR PLANT -Bring home the stunning Lemon Lime Maranta Prayer Plant and enjoy a touch of tropical calm. With its vivid green leaves brushed with yellow and dark-green veins, this houseplant brings instant warmth and charm to any room. Watch as its leaves fold upward at night like praying hands — a living rhythm of peace and nature.
- EASY TO CARE, EASY TO GROW - This live indoor plant thrives in bright, indirect light and grows happily with a little love. Just water every 1–2 weeks when the soil feels half dry, and it will reward you with lush, healthy leaves all year long. Perfect for both beginners and plant lovers looking for something beautiful and low-maintenance.
- PET FRIENDLY & CAT SAFE -Worry-free greenery for your home! All Prayer Plants are recognized by the ASPCA as non-toxic and safe for pets, so you can fill your space with beauty and still keep your furry friends safe. (While it’s not recommended for eating, it won’t harm your cats or dogs.)
- AIR PURIFYING & REFRESHING- Breathe easier with a plant that does more than look good. The Maranta naturally purifies indoor air, helping reduce toxins and refresh your space. Studies show that houseplants like this one can improve mood, focus, and overall wellbeing.
- PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY OCCASION- Plants make the best gifts — thoughtful, living, and full of life. Surprise your loved ones with a pet-friendly, easy-care indoor plant that symbolizes peace and positivity. It comes with giftable white color nursery pot. Ideal for birthdays, housewarmings, or “just because” gifts that last far beyond a bouquet.
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Live Plant, Lemon Lime Maranta Prayer Plant, Pet Friendly, Air Purifying Plant, Easy Care, Easy to Grow Live Indoor Plant, Houseplant, Rare Indoor Plant, Home Décor 4 inch White Pot
- LIVE INDOOR PLANT -Bring home the stunning Lemon Lime Maranta Prayer Plant and enjoy a touch of tropical calm. With its vivid green leaves brushed with yellow and dark-green veins, this houseplant brings instant warmth and charm to any room. Watch as its leaves fold upward at night like praying hands — a living rhythm of peace and nature.
- EASY TO CARE, EASY TO GROW - This live indoor plant thrives in bright, indirect light and grows happily with a little love. Just water every 1–2 weeks when the soil feels half dry, and it will reward you with lush, healthy leaves all year long. Perfect for both beginners and plant lovers looking for something beautiful and low-maintenance.
- PET FRIENDLY & CAT SAFE -Worry-free greenery for your home! All Prayer Plants are recognized by the ASPCA as non-toxic and safe for pets, so you can fill your space with beauty and still keep your furry friends safe. (While it’s not recommended for eating, it won’t harm your cats or dogs.)
- AIR PURIFYING & REFRESHING- Breathe easier with a plant that does more than look good. The Maranta naturally purifies indoor air, helping reduce toxins and refresh your space. Studies show that houseplants like this one can improve mood, focus, and overall wellbeing.
- PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY OCCASION- Plants make the best gifts — thoughtful, living, and full of life. Surprise your loved ones with a pet-friendly, easy-care indoor plant that symbolizes peace and positivity. Ideal for birthdays, housewarmings, or “just because” gifts that last far beyond a bouquet.
What to do if your cat eats a prayer plant
- Check the plant’s identity. Use its botanical label if available. If you cannot identify it confidently, treat the plant as unknown rather than assuming it is a prayer plant.
- Contact a veterinarian if you are concerned. The ASPCA advises contacting a veterinarian or ASPCA Poison Control when a pet may have ingested a potentially toxic substance and the owner is concerned. This is especially appropriate if the plant identity is uncertain or your cat appears unwell. Read the ASPCA’s general houseplant safety guidance.
- Do not infer a safe amount from the non-toxic classification. The cited listings do not establish a safe quantity to eat, and they do not guarantee that ingestion cannot cause discomfort.
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