Is Sanguisorba officinalis toxic to cats?

No — sanguisorba officinalis 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 Salad Burnet (Poterium sanguisorba, family Rosaceae) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses; Sanguisorba officinalis is the closely allied great burnet of the same genus and is regarded as non-toxic. As with any plant, eating large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset; if in doubt, confirm with a vet.

Yes — the ASPCA lists sanguisorba officinalis 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: Sanguisorba officinalis is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full sanguisorba officinalis 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.