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Is Sweetbay Magnolia toxic to cats?

Magnolia virginiana

Non-toxic to cats

No — sweetbay magnolia 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. The ASPCA lists Magnolia (Magnolia Bush / Magnolia stellata) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; Magnolia virginiana is in the same genus and carries no recognised toxic principle. Ingestion of foliage may cause only minor stomach upset.

Is sweetbay magnolia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is sweetbay magnolia toxic to cats?

No — sweetbay magnolia 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. The ASPCA lists Magnolia (Magnolia Bush / Magnolia stellata) as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; Magnolia virginiana is in the same genus and carries no recognised toxic principle. Ingestion of foliage may cause only minor stomach upset.

Is sweetbay magnolia safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists sweetbay magnolia 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 sweetbay magnolia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sweetbay Magnolia is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full sweetbay magnolia 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.

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