Is Verbena × hybrida 'Superbena Stormburst' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists verbena × hybrida 'superbena stormburst' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Garden verbena (Verbena × hybrida) is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. ASPCA does list 'Lemon Verbena' (Lippia citriodora) as toxic from its essential oils, while 'Sand Verbena' (genus Abronia) is non-toxic — but neither covers this bedding hybrid. Because the status is unconfirmed by ASPCA, treat with caution and verify with a vet; eating plant material can cause mild stomach upset.

Garden verbena (Verbena × hybrida) is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. ASPCA does list 'Lemon Verbena' (Lippia citriodora) as toxic from its essential oils, while 'Sand Verbena' (genus Abronia) is non-toxic — but neither covers this bedding hybrid. Because the status is unconfirmed by ASPCA, treat with caution and verify with a vet; eating plant material can cause mild stomach upset. 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 verbena × hybrida 'superbena stormburst'.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Verbena × hybrida 'Superbena Stormburst' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full verbena × hybrida 'superbena stormburst' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.