SPECIMEN NO. #75
🟢 PET SAFE
Family: Aizoaceae
Fenestraria rhopalophylla
Common Name: Baby Toes
Baby Toes (Fenestraria rhopalophylla) is a houseplant in the Aizoaceae family, native to BR. It is a direct sun-light species that thrives between 5000 and 15000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 18 days, temperatures of 10–35°C, and about 25% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is non-toxic and considered pet-safe for cats and dogs. It is also known as Windowplant.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats?
NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:
Toxicity not verified against ASPCA — treat as unknown.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Direct Sun
Minimum Light Requirement
5000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
15000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 18 Days
Temperature Envelope
10°C – 35°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
25% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
7329187
Native Biogeographical Range
BR; Cape Provinces; Namibia; Northern Cape; ZA