Pet safety
Is Mountain Alyssum toxic to cats?
Alyssum montanum
No — mountain alyssum 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Alyssum montanum is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Alyssum (Brassicaceae) contains no documented toxic principle for dogs or cats; the family is generally considered non-toxic to pets.
Is mountain alyssum toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is mountain alyssum toxic to cats?
No — mountain alyssum 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. Alyssum montanum is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Alyssum (Brassicaceae) contains no documented toxic principle for dogs or cats; the family is generally considered non-toxic to pets.
Is mountain alyssum safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists mountain alyssum 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.
Is mountain alyssum toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mountain Alyssum is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full mountain alyssum pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
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.
Full mountain alyssum pet-safety
- Is mountain alyssum toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is mountain alyssum toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete mountain alyssum care guide