Pet safety
Is Hoary Stock toxic to cats?
Matthiola incana
No — hoary stock 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. Matthiola incana (stock) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. No toxic principles have been identified; large ingestions may cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset.
Is hoary stock toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is hoary stock toxic to cats?
No — hoary stock 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. Matthiola incana (stock) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. No toxic principles have been identified; large ingestions may cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset.
Is hoary stock safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists hoary stock 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 hoary stock toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hoary Stock is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hoary stock 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 hoary stock pet-safety
- Is hoary stock toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is hoary stock toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete hoary stock care guide