Is Blue Pickerelweed toxic to cats?

No — blue pickerelweed 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. Pontederia azurea is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic plant database, but the Pontederia genus (Pontederiaceae family) has no known toxic principles and the closely related P. cordata (native pickerelweed) is widely recognised as non-toxic. No reports of toxicity to dogs, cats, or horses are documented; advise caution with large ingestion of any plant material.

Yes — the ASPCA lists blue pickerelweed 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Blue Pickerelweed is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full blue pickerelweed pet-safety guide for both species.

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.