Pet safety
Is Spanish heath toxic to cats?
Erica australis
No — spanish heath 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. Erica australis is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Erica genus has no known toxic principles and is generally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. As with all plants, large ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Is spanish heath toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is spanish heath toxic to cats?
No — spanish heath 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. Erica australis is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Erica genus has no known toxic principles and is generally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. As with all plants, large ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Is spanish heath safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists spanish heath 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 spanish heath toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spanish heath is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full spanish heath 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 spanish heath pet-safety
- Is spanish heath toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is spanish heath toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete spanish heath care guide