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Is Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights' toxic to cats?

Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights'

Non-toxic to cats

No — cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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. Cosmos is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (the genus, including C. bipinnatus, is on the ASPCA non-toxic list); ingestion may cause minor stomach upset at most and the plant is not poisonous.

Is cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' toxic to cats?

No — cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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. Cosmos is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (the genus, including C. bipinnatus, is on the ASPCA non-toxic list); ingestion may cause minor stomach upset at most and the plant is not poisonous.

Is cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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 cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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.

Full cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' pet-safety