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Begonia, Trailing
Pellionia daveauana · Urticaceae
How it looks
Trailing begonia is a vining plant with small oval leaves set densely along stems that spill over the sides. The leaves are dark green with a purplish tint, the trailing stems reach 12–24 inches, and it's usually grown in hanging baskets. (Not a true begonia — a trade name for Pellionia in the nettle family.)
Trailing begonia is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Pellionia daveauana
- Common name
- Begonia, Trailing
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
