Crassulaceae
4 species in this database
2 of 4 Crassulaceae species here are toxic to cats and dogs, all via bufadienolide cardiac glycosides. They water every 9 to 28 days.
| Plant | Light | Water | Pet safe | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burro’s tailSedum morganianum | Bright indirect | 14–28d | Yes | Easy |
| Flaming KatyKalanchoe blossfeldiana | Bright indirect | 9–16d | No | Easy |
| Jade plantCrassula ovata | Bright indirect | 14–28d | No | Easy |
| Mexican snowballEcheveria elegans | Bright indirect | 12–24d | Yes | Moderate |
What these share
Derived from the 4 entries above, not asserted about the family at large.
| Watering range across the family | Every 9 to 28 days for a 6-inch pot indoors |
|---|---|
| Native habitat recorded | semi-arid |
| Toxic to cats and dogs | 2 of 4 — bufadienolide cardiac glycosides |
| Least demanding here | Burro’s tail, Easy. Scores 2 of 5: drought-proof and long-lived. Loses points because the leaves detach at a touch, so it cannot be moved often. |
Family membership is a rough guide to care, not a rule. It predicts toxic principle far better than it predicts watering: species in the same family routinely come from different habitats, and habitat is what sets the interval. Read the individual entry before acting on anything here.
Sources
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Plants of the World Online — family placement for 4 of 4 species (example)
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — toxicity classification, cited per species on each entry
- North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox — poison severity where published
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder — pest and disease guidance, cited per species
Compiled and edited by Tony Valcarcel · 2026-09-11
Every figure on this page is computed from the species entries listed above.
Nothing here is a claim about Crassulaceae beyond the plants in this database.