Is Bougainvillea 'San Diego Red' toxic to cats?

No — bougainvillea 'san diego red' 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. Bougainvillea is not on the ASPCA's toxic plant lists for cats or dogs and is regarded as non-toxic. The genuine risks are mechanical: sharp thorns can wound mouths and paws, and the sap is a mild irritant that may cause drooling or mild GI upset if large amounts are chewed.

Yes — the ASPCA lists bougainvillea 'san diego red' 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: Bougainvillea 'San Diego Red' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full bougainvillea 'san diego red' 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.