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Is Spanish jasmine toxic to cats?

Jasminum grandiflorum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists spanish jasmine as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Jasminum grandiflorum is not listed as toxic by ASPCA, but the genus Jasminum may cause mild GI upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if plant material is ingested in significant quantities. It is not considered highly toxic. Use caution with pets; ASPCA does not individually confirm this species as pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate spanish jasmine

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move spanish jasmine out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of spanish jasmine to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten spanish jasmine, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is spanish jasmine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is spanish jasmine toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists spanish jasmine as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Jasminum grandiflorum is not listed as toxic by ASPCA, but the genus Jasminum may cause mild GI upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if plant material is ingested in significant quantities. It is not considered highly toxic. Use caution with pets; ASPCA does not individually confirm this species as pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats spanish jasmine?

Jasminum grandiflorum is not listed as toxic by ASPCA, but the genus Jasminum may cause mild GI upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if plant material is ingested in significant quantities. It is not considered highly toxic. Use caution with pets; ASPCA does not individually confirm this species as pet-safe. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to spanish jasmine.

What should I do if my cat ate spanish jasmine?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is spanish jasmine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spanish jasmine is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full spanish jasmine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to spanish jasmine?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full spanish jasmine pet-safety