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Is Sweetpotato toxic to cats?

Ipomoea batatas 'Beauregard'

Non-toxic to cats

No — sweetpotato 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. ASPCA lists sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The cooked tuber is also commonly used in pet foods. As with any plant, eating large amounts of foliage may cause mild GI upset, but the species itself is not classed as poisonous.

Is sweetpotato toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is sweetpotato toxic to cats?

No — sweetpotato 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. ASPCA lists sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The cooked tuber is also commonly used in pet foods. As with any plant, eating large amounts of foliage may cause mild GI upset, but the species itself is not classed as poisonous.

Is sweetpotato safe for cats?

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

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