Is Salvia 'May Night' toxic to cats?

No — salvia 'may night' 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. The named hybrid is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the ASPCA lists multiple salvias — including Salvia officinalis (sage) and Salvia coccinea (scarlet sage) — as non-toxic, and no Salvia appears on its toxic list. Large ingestion may cause mild GI upset; if concerned, verify with a vet.

Yes — the ASPCA lists salvia 'may night' 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: Salvia 'May Night' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full salvia 'may night' 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.