At a glance
| Plant | Orchid (Phalaenopsis (moth orchid)) |
|---|---|
| Cats | Non-toxic |
| Dogs | Non-toxic |
| ASPCA page | Phalaenopsis Orchid, checked November 10, 2026 |
What else to know
We counted every entry on ASPCA’s cat and dog lists with “orchid” in a name: 29 entries, all non-toxic to both cats and dogs (Nov 2026). One of them, the “cobra orchid”, is really a pitcher plant.
ASPCA’s verdict covers the orchid itself, not anything sprayed on it or mixed into the pot.
Look-alikes
The plants it’s most often confused with have the same verdict on ASPCA’s list.
Care basics
Light: Low light. An east windowsill is best; a well-shaded west or south window also works.
Soil and water: Water in the morning with lukewarm water, letting it run through the bark mix, then let the pot drain fully. Mature plants need water about once a week, more in summer heat.
Source: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Phalaenopsis.
If your pet ate some
If your pet seems unwell after eating it, call your vet, or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435. ASPCA runs the line 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and says a consultation fee may apply.
Call (888) 426-4435 · ASPCA Animal Poison Control
This page is reference information, not veterinary advice. Toxicity facts are summarized in our own words from the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants list; Plamp is not affiliated with the ASPCA.
