Plant safety record
Norfolk Island Pine
Araucaria heterophylla
Norfolk Island Pine in this record is Araucaria heterophylla, also called Norfolk Pine or House Pine. The cited evidence classifies this species as non-toxic to cats and dogs; the common name alone should not be transferred to a different plant.
Cats
NON-TOXIC
The ASPCA evidence used for this record lists Araucaria heterophylla as non-toxic to cats. That conclusion applies to the Norfolk Island Pine identity on this page.
Dogs
NON-TOXIC
The ASPCA evidence used for this record lists Araucaria heterophylla as non-toxic to dogs. That conclusion applies to the Norfolk Island Pine identity on this page.
Quick answer
Araucaria heterophylla is listed as non-toxic for both cats and dogs. The conclusion is species-specific, and non-toxic does not mean edible or guarantee that swallowing plant material will cause no symptoms.
Plant identity
Scientific identity: Araucaria heterophylla
Identity level: species
Also called: Norfolk Pine, House Pine
Safety for cats and dogs
For cats and dogs: Norfolk Island Pine is classified as non-toxic within this governed scope. Non-toxic does not mean edible; swallowed plant material can still cause nonspecific gastrointestinal upset.
What can happen
Possible signs: eating plant material can still cause nonspecific stomach upset.
If ingestion is suspected, remove access to the plant and contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service for case-specific advice.
Identity clarification
The governed identity is Araucaria heterophylla. “Norfolk Pine” and “House Pine” are aliases in this record, not permission to apply the classification to a different species with pine in its name.
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Practical next steps
Plan around this plant
These guides help with household setup. They do not change this plant’s toxicity conclusion or replace veterinary advice.