Pet safety
Is Trailing globe amaranth toxic to cats?
Gomphrena serrata
No — trailing globe amaranth 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. Gomphrena serrata is not individually listed by ASPCA. The Gomphrena genus, including G. globosa, is listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. No toxic compounds have been identified in this species.
Is trailing globe amaranth toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is trailing globe amaranth toxic to cats?
No — trailing globe amaranth 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. Gomphrena serrata is not individually listed by ASPCA. The Gomphrena genus, including G. globosa, is listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. No toxic compounds have been identified in this species.
Is trailing globe amaranth safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists trailing globe amaranth 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 trailing globe amaranth toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Trailing globe amaranth is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full trailing globe amaranth 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 trailing globe amaranth pet-safety
- Is trailing globe amaranth toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is trailing globe amaranth toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete trailing globe amaranth care guide