Is Pecan 'Pawnee' toxic to cats?

No — pecan 'pawnee' 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. The pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and the Carya genus carries no plant-toxicity listing. The foliage and tree are not a poisoning hazard, but the nuts are not a safe pet treat: pecans contain juglone, and fallen or stored nuts can develop aflatoxin and tremorgenic moulds causing vomiting, liver injury or seizures, while their high fat can cause pancreatitis. Remove dropped nuts.

Yes — the ASPCA lists pecan 'pawnee' 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: Pecan 'Pawnee' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pecan 'pawnee' 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.