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Split Leaf Philodendron

Not listed does not mean safe.

Split Leaf Philodendron — Philodendron bipennifolium

Joan Simon from Barcelona, España · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Photo source · shows: Philodendron bipennifolium

Philodendron bipennifolium

Also known as: Horsehead Philodendron, Cordatum, Heartleaf Philodendron, Panda Plant, Fiddle-Leaf, Fruit Salad Plant, Red Emerald, Red Princess, Saddle Leaf

Family: Araceae · ASPCA plant record

Verdict at a glance

🐱 Cats⚠ ToxicASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
🐶 Dogs⚠ ToxicASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
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Evidence by animal

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AnimalVerdictBasisPlant partsSourcesEvidence link
Companion mammals
CatsCats: ⚠ ToxicNot specified
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control
evidence
DogsDogs: ⚠ ToxicNot specified
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control
evidence
Small mammals
RabbitsRabbits: ! CautionWHRS Class 2: local or weaker toxinNot specified
Wisconsin House Rabbit Society Rescue/education group
evidence
Birds
Budgerigars (budgies)Budgerigars (budgies): ! CautionFrontiers 2025 review: genus-level, shown as cautionNot specified
Avian toxicoses: a review (Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2025) Peer-reviewed
evidence

Source excerpts

ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — Cats, Dogs

poison-control

Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats

Source checked 2026-10-26

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Wisconsin House Rabbit Society — Classes of Toxic Plants — Rabbits

rescue-education

WHRS Class 2: local or weaker toxin · Wisconsin House Rabbit Society chapter list (G. Flentke, 2012): Class 2 — "Local toxins": "Allergens, dermal sensitivity toxins, or systemic toxins of lesser strengths" (list heading: "May cause allergic reaction in rabbits. Be cautious."). WHRS adds that, because rabbits inevitably chew items, these toxins "could be more of a problem than the current literature indicates".

Split Leaf Philodendron

Source checked 2026-10-27

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Avian toxicoses: a review (Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2025) — Budgerigars (budgies)

peer-reviewed

Frontiers 2025 review: genus-level, shown as caution · Table 2, "Some plants are toxic to pet birds" (C = clinical report, E = experimental). Basis: experimental. The source names only the genus (Philodendron), not Philodendron bipennifolium specifically, so this is shown as caution.

Philodendron | Budgerigars (E)

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No evidence collected in this database yet for 19 animals

No evidence collected in this database yet for: Horses, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Pet birds (general), Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), 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

More from veterinary sources

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.