Is Cornus kousa 'Miss Satomi' toxic to cats?

No — cornus kousa 'miss satomi' 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. The ASPCA lists flowering dogwood (Cornus) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and no Cornus species is flagged as toxic. This Kousa dogwood cultivar is therefore considered pet-safe; the fruit is edible to people, though pets eating large quantities of berries may get mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists cornus kousa 'miss satomi' 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: Cornus kousa 'Miss Satomi' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full cornus kousa 'miss satomi' 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.