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Is Cape jewels toxic to cats?

Nemesia strumosa

Non-toxic to cats

No — cape jewels 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. Nemesia strumosa is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA, and the Scrophulariaceae / Plantaginaceae family (depending on current taxonomy) has no documented toxic principles for cats or dogs. It is considered pet-safe, though very large ingestions of any plant material may cause mild digestive upset.

Is cape jewels toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cape jewels toxic to cats?

No — cape jewels 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. Nemesia strumosa is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA, and the Scrophulariaceae / Plantaginaceae family (depending on current taxonomy) has no documented toxic principles for cats or dogs. It is considered pet-safe, though very large ingestions of any plant material may cause mild digestive upset.

Is cape jewels safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists cape jewels 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 cape jewels toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cape jewels is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full cape jewels 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.

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