Is Japanese Maple 'Sango Kaku' toxic to cats?

No — japanese maple 'sango kaku' 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. Acer palmatum is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats and carries no recognised toxic principle, so it is treated as non-toxic. Note that wilted red maple (Acer rubrum) leaves are dangerous to horses; ingested twigs or leaves of any maple can still cause mild gastrointestinal upset or choking in pets.

Yes — the ASPCA lists japanese maple 'sango kaku' 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: Japanese Maple 'Sango Kaku' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full japanese maple 'sango kaku' 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.