Is Foxglove 'Camelot Lavender' toxic to cats?

Yes — foxglove 'camelot lavender' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All parts of Digitalis purpurea contain highly toxic cardiac glycosides (primarily digitoxin and digoxin). The ASPCA lists Digitalis as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses — ingestion can cause cardiac arrhythmias, vomiting, and death. Even small amounts are dangerous; keep all parts away from pets and children.

All parts of Digitalis purpurea contain highly toxic cardiac glycosides (primarily digitoxin and digoxin). The ASPCA lists Digitalis as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses — ingestion can cause cardiac arrhythmias, vomiting, and death. Even small amounts are dangerous; keep all parts away from pets and children. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to foxglove 'camelot lavender'.

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Foxglove 'Camelot Lavender' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full foxglove 'camelot lavender' pet-safety guide for both species.

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.