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Is Salvia farinacea 'Strata' toxic to cats?

Salvia farinacea 'Strata'

Non-toxic to cats

No — salvia farinacea 'strata' 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. Salvia farinacea is in the Salvia genus, which the ASPCA lists as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (the listed reference is scarlet sage, Salvia splendens). Eating large quantities may cause mild, temporary digestive upset.

Is salvia farinacea 'strata' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is salvia farinacea 'strata' toxic to cats?

No — salvia farinacea 'strata' 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. Salvia farinacea is in the Salvia genus, which the ASPCA lists as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (the listed reference is scarlet sage, Salvia splendens). Eating large quantities may cause mild, temporary digestive upset.

Is salvia farinacea 'strata' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists salvia farinacea 'strata' 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 salvia farinacea 'strata' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Salvia farinacea 'Strata' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full salvia farinacea 'strata' 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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