Pet safety
Is Slow-bolt Cilantro toxic to cats?
Coriandrum sativum 'Slow Bolt'
No — slow-bolt cilantro 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. Listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA (Coriandrum sativum). Large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets, as with any plant material.
Is slow-bolt cilantro toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is slow-bolt cilantro toxic to cats?
No — slow-bolt cilantro 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. Listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA (Coriandrum sativum). Large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets, as with any plant material.
Is slow-bolt cilantro safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists slow-bolt cilantro 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 slow-bolt cilantro toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Slow-bolt Cilantro is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full slow-bolt cilantro 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.
Full slow-bolt cilantro pet-safety
- Is slow-bolt cilantro toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is slow-bolt cilantro toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete slow-bolt cilantro care guide