Is Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow' toxic to cats?

No — centaurea 'amethyst in snow' 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 Centaurea montana cultivar is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus is consistently non-toxic: the ASPCA lists cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) and Russian knapweed (Centaurea repens) as Non-Toxic to dogs and cats. Treated as pet-safe on that genus grounding; some Centaurea species are a horse-only concern, not relevant to dogs or cats.

Yes — the ASPCA lists centaurea 'amethyst in snow' 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: Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full centaurea 'amethyst in snow' 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.