Is Spotted Dead Nettle toxic to cats?

No — spotted dead nettle 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. Lamium maculatum (dead nettle) is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats. It is in the Lamiaceae (mint) family, which contains many culinary herbs and is generally considered non-toxic. Regarded as safe around pets; no reported toxic principles for dogs or cats in available horticultural and veterinary literature.

Yes — the ASPCA lists spotted dead nettle 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: Spotted Dead Nettle is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full spotted dead nettle 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.