Is Tropaeolum majus 'Jewel of Africa' toxic to cats?

No — tropaeolum majus 'jewel of africa' 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-grounded: Tropaeolum majus (nasturtium) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, with no records of toxic ingestion. The leaves and flowers are also edible to humans. Eating large quantities of any plant can still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists tropaeolum majus 'jewel of africa' 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: Tropaeolum majus 'Jewel of Africa' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full tropaeolum majus 'jewel of africa' 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.