Is Night Blooming Cereus Toxic to Cats?
Also known as: Queen of the Night, Dutchman’s Pipe Cactus, Orchid Cactus, Epiphyllum oxypetalum · Epiphyllum oxypetalum
What to do if your cat eats it
No action needed. If the cat chews the flat stems, at most expect a small fiber vomit.
Common questions
Is queen of the night the same as any toxic lily?
No — the cactus called queen of the night (Epiphyllum oxypetalum) is safe, but some growers market dark lilies as “night bloomers.” True lilies are lethal to cats, so verify the species before buying any flower with a night-blooming name.
Are the spines a danger to my cat?
Epiphyllum stems are mostly smooth-edged with tiny areoles rather than long spines, so there is little poke risk. Confirm you have Epiphyllum and not a spiny columnar Cereus if your cat plays with the plant.
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This page is general educational information, not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Every pet is different — if your animal ate something concerning, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away. Checking what your pet can eat? Visit our sister site SafeOrToxic.