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Is Korean Spice Viburnum toxic to cats?

Viburnum carlesii

Non-toxic to cats

No — korean spice viburnum 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. The ASPCA classifies Viburnum (Black Haw) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, and the genus is not on its toxic list, so Korean Spice Viburnum is considered pet-safe. Ingesting plant material can still cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset, so prevent pets from grazing on foliage or fruit.

Is korean spice viburnum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is korean spice viburnum toxic to cats?

No — korean spice viburnum 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. The ASPCA classifies Viburnum (Black Haw) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, and the genus is not on its toxic list, so Korean Spice Viburnum is considered pet-safe. Ingesting plant material can still cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset, so prevent pets from grazing on foliage or fruit.

Is korean spice viburnum safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists korean spice viburnum 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 korean spice viburnum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Korean Spice Viburnum is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full korean spice viburnum 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 korean spice viburnum pet-safety