Is Upright Prairie Coneflower toxic to cats?

No — upright prairie coneflower 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. Ratibida columnifera is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database and no toxic principles are documented for the genus. It is widely grown in wildlife gardens across North America with no history of companion-animal poisoning. Ingestion of large quantities may cause mild transient gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals.

Yes — the ASPCA lists upright prairie coneflower 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: Upright Prairie Coneflower is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full upright prairie coneflower 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.