Peace Lily
Not listed does not mean safe.
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Spathiphyllum
Also known as: Mauna Loa Peace Lily
Family: Araceae · ASPCA plant record
Verdict at a glance
Evidence by animal
| Animal | Verdict | Basis | Plant parts | Sources | Evidence link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Companion mammals | |||||
| Cats | Cats: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Dogs | Dogs: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Small mammals | |||||
| Guinea pigs | Guinea pigs: ! Caution | Peer-reviewed single case report (PMID 16933558) | leaf | Holowaychuk 2006 Peer-reviewed | evidence |
| Birds | |||||
| Pet birds (general) | Pet birds (general): ! Caution | VCA: on the may-be-poisonous list (not specifically reported) | Not specified | VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary reference | evidence |
Source excerpts
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — Cats, Dogs
poison-control
Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats
Source checked 2026-10-26
Read original sourceRenal failure in a guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) following ingestion of oxalate containing plants — Guinea pigs
peer-reviewed
Peer-reviewed single case report (PMID 16933558) · leaf · One guinea pig; euthanized 1 month later. A single case report shows an association reported by the authors, not an incidence.
A 1-year-old guinea pig presented with anorexia, lethargy, and weight loss, 1 week after ingesting a peace lily leaf. Laboratory findings were suggestive of renal failure and included elevated blood urea nitrogen and creatinine with concurrent isosthenuria.
Source checked 2026-10-27
Read original sourceVCA Animal Hospitals — Plants That Are Toxic to Birds — Pet birds (general)
veterinary-reference
VCA: on the may-be-poisonous list (not specifically reported) · VCA: on the list of "many plants which may be poisonous to birds, although it is not exhaustive"; no asterisk, so not specifically reported harmful in birds. VCA notes information is often inferred from other species.
Peace Lily
Source checked 2026-10-27 (source updated Aug 14, 2026)
Read original sourceNo evidence collected in this database yet for 19 animals
No evidence collected in this database yet for: Horses, Rabbits, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), Budgerigars (budgies), Cockatiels, Lovebirds, Canaries, Finches, Pigeons & doves, Tortoises, Bearded dragons, Iguanas, Goats, Chickens & other poultry
No supported claim has been collected for these animals. Not listed does not mean safe; do not infer suitability from another species.
Toxic principles
ASPCA, as published: Insoluble calcium oxalates Source
Clinical signs
ASPCA, as published: Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing. Source
Last verified (ASPCA record): 2026-10-26. Source access dates and limitations.
Similar plants (same family)
Shared family is not a shared verdict. Check each plant separately.