Is Common Lime toxic to cats?

No — common lime 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. Tilia (linden/lime) species are not listed as toxic to dogs or cats by ASPCA. Dried flowers are widely used for human herbal tea. However, Tilia flowers have been reported to cause narcotic effects in bumblebees under certain conditions. For companion animals, no significant toxic principle is documented. As with all large landscape trees, do not allow pets to ingest large quantities of any plant material.

Yes — the ASPCA lists common lime 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: Common Lime is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full common lime 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.