Ice Plant Toxic?

Updated 2026-03-06| 2 min read| 4,383 found this helpful

Lampranthus piquet

Ice Plant is classified as fully non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses per official ASPCA toxicology data

No toxic compounds have been detected in any part of this plant species

Casual ingestion or contact with this plant will not cause toxic adverse effects in humans or common companion animals

FAQ

Is Ice Plant toxic to Humans?

No expected toxic symptoms; very rare mild temporary gastrointestinal upset may only occur with extreme overconsumption (Non-toxic)

Is Ice Plant toxic to Cats?

No documented toxic symptoms from ingestion, skin contact, or other casual exposure (Non-toxic)

Is Ice Plant toxic to Dogs?

No documented toxic symptoms from ingestion, skin contact, or other casual exposure (Non-toxic)

Is Ice Plant toxic to Horses?

No documented toxic symptoms from ingestion, skin contact, or other casual exposure (Non-toxic)

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Toxicity Details

Humans

Non-toxic

No expected toxic symptoms; very rare mild temporary gastrointestinal upset may only occur with extreme overconsumption

Cats

Non-toxic

No documented toxic symptoms from ingestion, skin contact, or other casual exposure

Dogs

Non-toxic

No documented toxic symptoms from ingestion, skin contact, or other casual exposure

Horses

Non-toxic

No documented toxic symptoms from ingestion, skin contact, or other casual exposure

Toxicity Snapshot

Toxic PartsNo parts of this plant are considered toxic

Exposure RouteNo toxic exposure routes have been identified for this species

Toxic CompoundsNo confirmed toxic compounds identified per ASPCA toxicology assessments

First Aid & Prevention

First 30 Minutes

• Rinse mouth with clean water if large volumes of plant material are ingested
• Monitor for mild non-toxic gastrointestinal discomfort as a routine precaution
• Do not induce vomiting unless explicitly directed by a medical or veterinary professional

Contact Vet Immediately

• If your pet displays persistent vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy after consuming very large amounts of the plant
• If your pet has a known pre-existing sensitivity to succulent foliage

Prevention

• Keep all houseplants (including non-toxic varieties) out of reach of teething toddlers and small pets to avoid disruptive ingestion
• Label non-toxic plants clearly if stored near toxic succulent species to prevent misidentification

Treatment & Prognosis

• Only basic supportive care is needed if rare mild gastrointestinal upset occurs
• No specific antidote is required as no toxic compounds are present in the species

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Professional Toxicology

Scientific NameLampranthus piquet

AliasesPiquet's Vygie、Trailing Ice Plant

Toxicity Grade

HumansNon-toxic

CatsNon-toxic

DogsNon-toxic

HorsesNon-toxic

Target Organs

No organs are targeted by toxic compounds in this species

Mechanism of Action

• No toxic mechanisms identified, as the species does not contain harmful active compounds

Other Species Risk (CliniTox)

Information from CliniTox veterinary text.

Small companion mammals (rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters): Non-toxic; small amounts of foliage are safe to consume as part of a balanced diet

Poultry (chickens, ducks, turkeys): No documented toxic effects from accidental ingestion of leaves or flowers

Confusion Risk

The following plants look similar and may be confused:

Mother of Thousands Kalanchoe daigremontiana

Both are popular succulent houseplants with fleshy leaves; Mother of Thousands is toxic to pets, while Ice Plant is non-toxic. Key difference: Ice Plant produces bright daisy-like flowers, while Mother of Thousands grows tiny plantlets along its leaf margins.

Myrtle Spurge Euphorbia myrsinites

Both have low-growing, trailing fleshy foliage; Myrtle Spurge contains irritating toxic latex, while Ice Plant has no irritant sap. Key difference: Myrtle Spurge has small yellow-green flowers, while Ice Plant has colorful pink, purple, or yellow blooms.

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Related Toxic Plants

Slender Ice Plant

Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum

Moderately toxic to livestock, can cause nitrate poisoning in large doses

Horse Purslane

Trianthema portulacastrum

Moderately toxic to horses and cattle, may cause kidney damage with chronic ingestion

Kanna

Sceletium tortuosum

Low toxicity to humans and pets, may cause mild sedation or gastrointestinal upset in large doses

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Data Sources

1. ASPCA Animal Poison Control

This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. If ingestion or poisoning is suspected, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.

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