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Is Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Bird' toxic to cats?

Hibiscus syriacus 'Oiseau Bleu' (Blue Bird)

Non-toxic to cats

No — hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses under Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus). As with any plant, ingestion of large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset, but no poisoning risk is recognised.

Is hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' toxic to cats?

No — hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses under Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus). As with any plant, ingestion of large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset, but no poisoning risk is recognised.

Is hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' 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 hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Bird' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hibiscus syriacus 'blue bird' 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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