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Is Endura Scarlet Verbena toxic to cats?

Verbena x hybrida

Toxic to cats

Yes — endura scarlet verbena is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists Verbena species as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, weakness, and possible liver or kidney damage in significant quantities. Keep animals away from plants and fallen blooms.

What to do if your cat ate endura scarlet verbena

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move endura scarlet verbena out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of endura scarlet verbena to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten endura scarlet verbena, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is endura scarlet verbena toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is endura scarlet verbena toxic to cats?

Yes — endura scarlet verbena is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Verbena species as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, weakness, and possible liver or kidney damage in significant quantities. Keep animals away from plants and fallen blooms.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats endura scarlet verbena?

The ASPCA lists Verbena species as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, weakness, and possible liver or kidney damage in significant quantities. Keep animals away from plants and fallen blooms. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to endura scarlet verbena.

What should I do if my cat ate endura scarlet verbena?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is endura scarlet verbena toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Endura Scarlet Verbena is toxic to dogs as well. See the full endura scarlet verbena pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to endura scarlet verbena?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full endura scarlet verbena pet-safety