Pet safety
Is Japanese Arrowhead toxic to cats?
Sagittaria japonica
No — japanese arrowhead 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. Sagittaria species are not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The cooked corms and foliage have a long culinary history in East Asia with no reported toxic principle. Raw corms may carry aquatic pathogens, so always cook before human consumption.
Is japanese arrowhead toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is japanese arrowhead toxic to cats?
No — japanese arrowhead 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. Sagittaria species are not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The cooked corms and foliage have a long culinary history in East Asia with no reported toxic principle. Raw corms may carry aquatic pathogens, so always cook before human consumption.
Is japanese arrowhead safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists japanese arrowhead 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 japanese arrowhead toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Japanese Arrowhead is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full japanese arrowhead 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 japanese arrowhead pet-safety
- Is japanese arrowhead toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is japanese arrowhead toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete japanese arrowhead care guide