Is Lady Slipper Poisonous?

This plant has medium severity poison characteristics.

Are lady slippers poisonous to dogs?

Dogs and Orchids

However, the University of California, Davis lists the lady slipper orchid (Cypripedium spp.) as being mildly toxic to dogs and people, causing skin dermatitis if touched and possibly irritation of the mouth if eaten.

Is Lady Slipper poisonous to cats?

Which orchids are poisonous to cats? While most orchids grown as houseplants aren't poisonous to your cat, one species of wild orchid, the Cypripedium species, or Lady Slipper Orchid, can potentially cause them harm. These are usually found growing wild, but you can order this species as a garden plant.