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Lipstick Plant

Is Lipstick Plant Safe for Pets?

Aeschynanthus radicans

Find out if lipstick plant is safe for dogs and cats.

Dogs: Safe
Cats: Safe

Lipstick Plant

Lipstick plants are trailing houseplants with glossy green leaves and tubular red or orange flowers that resemble tubes of lipstick. They are non-toxic to dogs and cats.

They prefer bright, indirect light and high humidity. Lipstick plants are a safe, eye-catching alternative to toxic flowering or trailing houseplants.

Is Lipstick Plant Safe for Dogs?

Non-toxic to dogs.

Is Lipstick Plant Safe for Cats?

Non-toxic to cats.

Symptoms to Watch For

  • mild stomach upset

What If My Pet Ate Lipstick Plant?

No treatment needed. Contact a vet if a pet eats a large amount and shows signs of distress.

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