Is Pot Marigold 'Pacific Beauty' toxic to cats?

No — pot marigold 'pacific beauty' 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 and dogs. Calendula officinalis (pot marigold) appears on the ASPCA non-toxic list and its petals are edible to people; do not confuse it with Tagetes (French/African marigold), a different genus that is mildly toxic.

Yes — the ASPCA lists pot marigold 'pacific beauty' 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: Pot Marigold 'Pacific Beauty' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pot marigold 'pacific beauty' 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.