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Is Matted Globularia toxic to cats?

Globularia cordifolia

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists matted globularia 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. Globularia cordifolia is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. No confirmed reports of serious toxicity exist, but data is insufficient to classify it as pet-safe. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests this plant.

What to do if your cat ate matted globularia

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move matted globularia 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 matted globularia to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is matted globularia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is matted globularia toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists matted globularia 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. Globularia cordifolia is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. No confirmed reports of serious toxicity exist, but data is insufficient to classify it as pet-safe. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests this plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats matted globularia?

Globularia cordifolia is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. No confirmed reports of serious toxicity exist, but data is insufficient to classify it as pet-safe. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests this plant. 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 matted globularia.

What should I do if my cat ate matted globularia?

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 matted globularia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Matted Globularia is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full matted globularia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to matted globularia?

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 matted globularia pet-safety