Is Jasminum sambac 'Maid of Orleans' toxic to cats?

No — jasminum sambac 'maid of orleans' 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-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (true Jasmine, Jasminum species). No toxic principle is recorded. Note the name trap: this is genuine Jasminum sambac, not the highly toxic Gelsemium (Carolina jessamine/'false jasmine'); verify by botanical name rather than common name.

Yes — the ASPCA lists jasminum sambac 'maid of orleans' 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: Jasminum sambac 'Maid of Orleans' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full jasminum sambac 'maid of orleans' 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.