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Is Common Club-rush toxic to cats?

Schoenoplectus lacustris

Non-toxic to cats

No — common club-rush 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. Schoenoplectus lacustris (syn. Scirpus lacustris) is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. Sedges in the Cyperaceae family are not associated with pet toxicity. The stems and rhizomes have been used historically in basketry and mat-weaving. No toxic principles are documented for dogs or cats.

Is common club-rush toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is common club-rush toxic to cats?

No — common club-rush 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. Schoenoplectus lacustris (syn. Scirpus lacustris) is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. Sedges in the Cyperaceae family are not associated with pet toxicity. The stems and rhizomes have been used historically in basketry and mat-weaving. No toxic principles are documented for dogs or cats.

Is common club-rush safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists common club-rush 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 common club-rush toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Common Club-rush is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full common club-rush 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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