Pet safety
Is Indian Summer black-eyed Susan toxic to cats?
Rudbeckia hirta 'Indian Summer'
No — indian summer black-eyed susan 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. Rudbeckia hirta is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant lists for dogs, cats, or horses and is not known to contain chemical toxins harmful to companion animals. Consumption of large quantities of plant material may cause transient gastrointestinal upset.
Is indian summer black-eyed susan toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is indian summer black-eyed susan toxic to cats?
No — indian summer black-eyed susan 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. Rudbeckia hirta is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant lists for dogs, cats, or horses and is not known to contain chemical toxins harmful to companion animals. Consumption of large quantities of plant material may cause transient gastrointestinal upset.
Is indian summer black-eyed susan safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists indian summer black-eyed susan 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 summer black-eyed susan toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Indian Summer black-eyed Susan is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full indian summer black-eyed susan 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 summer black-eyed susan pet-safety
- Is indian summer black-eyed susan toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is indian summer black-eyed susan toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete indian summer black-eyed susan care guide