Is Impatiens hawkeri 'SunPatiens Spreading White' toxic to cats?

No — impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white' 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 lists Impatiens (Buzzy Lizzie, Impatiens spp., family Balsaminaceae) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses; SunPatiens (Impatiens hawkeri) is covered by this genus-level listing. Eating large amounts of foliage may still cause mild gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting or diarrhoea.

Yes — the ASPCA lists impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white' 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Impatiens hawkeri 'SunPatiens Spreading White' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.