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Is Muscari armeniacum toxic to cats?

Muscari armeniacum

Non-toxic to cats

No — muscari armeniacum 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Muscari armeniacum / grape hyacinth appears on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list with no listed toxic principle). It is considered a pet-safe spring bulb, though as with any plant, ingesting large quantities of foliage or bulbs may cause mild, non-specific stomach upset.

Is muscari armeniacum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is muscari armeniacum toxic to cats?

No — muscari armeniacum 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Muscari armeniacum / grape hyacinth appears on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list with no listed toxic principle). It is considered a pet-safe spring bulb, though as with any plant, ingesting large quantities of foliage or bulbs may cause mild, non-specific stomach upset.

Is muscari armeniacum safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists muscari armeniacum 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 muscari armeniacum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Muscari armeniacum is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full muscari armeniacum 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.

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