Is Mrs D.F. Maxwell Cornish heath toxic to cats?

No — mrs d.f. maxwell cornish heath 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. Erica vagans cultivars including 'Mrs D.F. Maxwell' are not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. No toxic principles are documented in the Erica genus for dogs, cats, or horses. Widely used in public and domestic gardens without recorded pet toxicity.

Yes — the ASPCA lists mrs d.f. maxwell cornish heath 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: Mrs D.F. Maxwell Cornish heath is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full mrs d.f. maxwell cornish heath 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.