Is Little Gem Magnolia toxic to cats?

No — little gem magnolia 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 lists Magnolia (Magnolia Bush, Magnolia stellata) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, and the genus Magnolia is treated as non-toxic with no identified toxic principle. Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' belongs to the same genus and shares this safety classification. Ingestion of leaves or flowers may cause mild, transient stomach upset in sensitive animals, but no specific toxic compounds are identified.

Yes — the ASPCA lists little gem magnolia 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: Little Gem Magnolia is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full little gem magnolia 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.