Pet safety
Is Pampas Grass toxic to cats?
Cortaderia selloana
No — pampas grass 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 dogs, cats and horses (toxic principle: none). Note that non-toxic does not mean harmless — the blade margins are razor-sharp and can lacerate skin or mouth, and ingested plumes or blades may cause mechanical irritation or mild GI upset.
Is pampas grass toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is pampas grass toxic to cats?
No — pampas grass 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 dogs, cats and horses (toxic principle: none). Note that non-toxic does not mean harmless — the blade margins are razor-sharp and can lacerate skin or mouth, and ingested plumes or blades may cause mechanical irritation or mild GI upset.
Is pampas grass safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists pampas grass 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 pampas grass toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pampas Grass is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pampas grass 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 pampas grass pet-safety
- Is pampas grass toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is pampas grass toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete pampas grass care guide