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Is Bacopa monnieri toxic to cats?

Bacopa monnieri

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bacopa monnieri as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Bacopa is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database, so a definitive pet-safety rating cannot be given; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Although brahmi is used as a human herbal supplement, human edibility does not establish ASPCA pet safety, and ingestion could still cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats or dogs.

What to do if your cat ate bacopa monnieri

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move bacopa monnieri out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of bacopa monnieri to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten bacopa monnieri, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is bacopa monnieri toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bacopa monnieri toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bacopa monnieri as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Bacopa is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database, so a definitive pet-safety rating cannot be given; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Although brahmi is used as a human herbal supplement, human edibility does not establish ASPCA pet safety, and ingestion could still cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats or dogs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats bacopa monnieri?

Bacopa is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database, so a definitive pet-safety rating cannot be given; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Although brahmi is used as a human herbal supplement, human edibility does not establish ASPCA pet safety, and ingestion could still cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats or dogs. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to bacopa monnieri.

What should I do if my cat ate bacopa monnieri?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is bacopa monnieri toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bacopa monnieri is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full bacopa monnieri pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to bacopa monnieri?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full bacopa monnieri pet-safety