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Paddys Wig
Soleirolia soleirolii · Urticaceae
How it looks
Paddy's Wig (Baby's Tears) is a small herb whose very small round leaves gather densely on slender stems and grow sideways like moss or a mat. The leaves are deep-green to light green, and at about 1-2 in (2-5 cm) tall it is grown as a ground cover.
Paddys Wig 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
- Soleirolia soleirolii
- Common name
- Paddys Wig
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
