Is May Night Salvia toxic to cats?

No — garden salvias are not toxic to cats. None appears on the ASPCA's toxic-plant list, and the ASPCA individually lists common sage (Salvia officinalis) and scarlet sage as non-toxic. 'May Night' is an ornamental garden salvia, so the same verdict applies. 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. Salvia (sage, Lamiaceae) is treated as non-toxic by the ASPCA, which lists garden sage (Salvia officinalis), scarlet sage (Salvia coccinea) and Texas sage as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. As with any plant, eating large amounts may cause mild, self-limiting gastrointestinal upset.

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