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Is Statice toxic to cats?

Limonium sinuatum

Non-toxic to cats

No — statice 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. Limonium (statice) is explicitly listed by the ASPCA as a non-toxic plant for cats and dogs in their safe-bouquet guidance. Ingestion of plant material may occasionally cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset simply due to the plant being a non-food item, but there are no known toxic principles.

Is statice toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is statice toxic to cats?

No — statice 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. Limonium (statice) is explicitly listed by the ASPCA as a non-toxic plant for cats and dogs in their safe-bouquet guidance. Ingestion of plant material may occasionally cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset simply due to the plant being a non-food item, but there are no known toxic principles.

Is statice safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists statice 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 statice toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Statice is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full statice 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 statice pet-safety