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Is Heucherella Sweet Tea toxic to cats?

Heucherella 'Sweet Tea'

Non-toxic to cats

No — heucherella sweet tea 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. ×Heucherella is a hybrid of Heuchera (Coral Bells/Alumroot) and Tiarella; its dominant listed parent, Heuchera, is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (entries: Coral Bells and Alumroot). On that genus basis it is considered pet-safe. As with any non-food plant, chewing large amounts may cause minor stomach upset, so casual nibbling is harmless but not encouraged.

Is heucherella sweet tea toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is heucherella sweet tea toxic to cats?

No — heucherella sweet tea 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. ×Heucherella is a hybrid of Heuchera (Coral Bells/Alumroot) and Tiarella; its dominant listed parent, Heuchera, is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (entries: Coral Bells and Alumroot). On that genus basis it is considered pet-safe. As with any non-food plant, chewing large amounts may cause minor stomach upset, so casual nibbling is harmless but not encouraged.

Is heucherella sweet tea safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists heucherella sweet tea 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 heucherella sweet tea toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Heucherella Sweet Tea is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full heucherella sweet tea 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 heucherella sweet tea pet-safety