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Is Sand Phlox toxic to cats?

Phlox bifida

Non-toxic to cats

No — sand phlox 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. The ASPCA lists Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata), the closest relative in the same creeping-phlox group, as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Phlox bifida shares the same growth habit and genus and is not reported as toxic in horticultural or veterinary literature. Nonetheless, ingesting any plant material in quantity can cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is sand phlox toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is sand phlox toxic to cats?

No — sand phlox 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 ASPCA lists Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata), the closest relative in the same creeping-phlox group, as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Phlox bifida shares the same growth habit and genus and is not reported as toxic in horticultural or veterinary literature. Nonetheless, ingesting any plant material in quantity can cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is sand phlox safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists sand phlox 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 sand phlox toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sand Phlox is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full sand phlox 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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