Satin Pellionia
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Satin Pellionia
Pellionia pulchra · Urticaceae
How it looks
Satin pellionia is a small foliage plant with little oval leaves carrying a satin-like sheen and silvery-pink stripes. The stems trail to the side, grown as a hanging plant, 12–20 in (30–50 cm) long.
Satin Pellionia 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 pulchra
- Common name
- Satin Pellionia
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
