Pet safety
Is Blue Oat Grass toxic to cats?
Helictochloa sempervirens
No — blue oat grass 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. Helictochloa sempervirens (formerly Avenula/Helictotrichon sempervirens) is a member of the Poaceae (grass) family, which is classified as non-toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA. No toxic compounds are known in this species.
Is blue oat grass toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is blue oat grass toxic to cats?
No — blue oat grass 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. Helictochloa sempervirens (formerly Avenula/Helictotrichon sempervirens) is a member of the Poaceae (grass) family, which is classified as non-toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA. No toxic compounds are known in this species.
Is blue oat grass safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists blue oat grass 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 blue oat grass toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Blue Oat Grass is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full blue oat grass 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 blue oat grass pet-safety
- Is blue oat grass toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is blue oat grass toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete blue oat grass care guide