Pet safety
Is indian grass toxic to cats?
Sorghastrum nutans
No — indian 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. Sorghastrum nutans is not listed as toxic to cats, dogs, or horses by the ASPCA. It is a native forage grass widely grazed by livestock across the North American prairies. No toxic principles are known in this species. Ingestion poses no toxicity risk to pets.
Is indian grass toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is indian grass toxic to cats?
No — indian 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. Sorghastrum nutans is not listed as toxic to cats, dogs, or horses by the ASPCA. It is a native forage grass widely grazed by livestock across the North American prairies. No toxic principles are known in this species. Ingestion poses no toxicity risk to pets.
Is indian grass safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists indian 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 indian grass toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: indian grass is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full indian 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 indian grass pet-safety
- Is indian grass toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is indian grass toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete indian grass care guide