Is Japanese Maple 'Tamukeyama' toxic to cats?

No — japanese maple 'tamukeyama' 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 does not list Acer palmatum as toxic to cats or dogs; the toxic maple on the ASPCA list is red maple (Acer rubrum), which causes hemolytic anemia in horses through its wilted leaves, not this cultivar. Regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, although ingesting large amounts of foliage can cause mild, short-lived GI upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists japanese maple 'tamukeyama' 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: Japanese Maple 'Tamukeyama' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full japanese maple 'tamukeyama' 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.