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Is Dwarf nasturtium toxic to cats?

Tropaeolum minus

Non-toxic to cats

No — dwarf nasturtium 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. Listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA (genus Tropaeolum, covering garden nasturtium/Tropaeolum majus; T. minus is in the same genus with no identified toxic principles). Flowers and leaves are edible for humans; no records of toxic ingestion in pets.

Is dwarf nasturtium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dwarf nasturtium toxic to cats?

No — dwarf nasturtium 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. Listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA (genus Tropaeolum, covering garden nasturtium/Tropaeolum majus; T. minus is in the same genus with no identified toxic principles). Flowers and leaves are edible for humans; no records of toxic ingestion in pets.

Is dwarf nasturtium safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists dwarf nasturtium 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 dwarf nasturtium toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dwarf nasturtium is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full dwarf nasturtium 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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