Pet safety
Is Coral Bark Maple toxic to cats?
Acer palmatum 'Sango-kaku'
No — coral bark maple is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Acer palmatum 'Sango-kaku' is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs, or horses. Japanese maples as a group are not considered toxic in the veterinary literature for common companion animals.
Is coral bark maple toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is coral bark maple toxic to cats?
No — coral bark maple is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Acer palmatum 'Sango-kaku' is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs, or horses. Japanese maples as a group are not considered toxic in the veterinary literature for common companion animals.
Is coral bark maple safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists coral bark maple as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is coral bark maple toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Coral Bark Maple is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full coral bark maple pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full coral bark maple pet-safety
- Is coral bark maple toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is coral bark maple toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete coral bark maple care guide