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Is Lesser Stitchwort toxic to cats?

Stellaria graminea

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lesser stitchwort as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Stellaria graminea is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Stellaria species (chickweeds) are widely considered non-toxic to humans and livestock, but specific veterinary data for pets is insufficient to classify it as definitively pet-safe; rated mildly-toxic as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate lesser stitchwort

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move lesser stitchwort out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of lesser stitchwort to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten lesser stitchwort, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is lesser stitchwort toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lesser stitchwort toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lesser stitchwort as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Stellaria graminea is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Stellaria species (chickweeds) are widely considered non-toxic to humans and livestock, but specific veterinary data for pets is insufficient to classify it as definitively pet-safe; rated mildly-toxic as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats lesser stitchwort?

Stellaria graminea is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Stellaria species (chickweeds) are widely considered non-toxic to humans and livestock, but specific veterinary data for pets is insufficient to classify it as definitively pet-safe; rated mildly-toxic as a precaution. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to lesser stitchwort.

What should I do if my cat ate lesser stitchwort?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is lesser stitchwort toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lesser Stitchwort is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full lesser stitchwort pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to lesser stitchwort?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full lesser stitchwort pet-safety