Pet safety
Is Mealycup Sage 'Victoria Blue' toxic to cats?
Salvia farinacea 'Victoria Blue'
No — mealycup sage 'victoria blue' 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. This cultivar is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the ASPCA lists several salvias — Salvia officinalis (sage) and Salvia coccinea (scarlet sage) — as non-toxic, and none as toxic. Eating large amounts may still cause mild stomach upset; if in doubt, check with a vet.
Is mealycup sage 'victoria blue' toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is mealycup sage 'victoria blue' toxic to cats?
No — mealycup sage 'victoria blue' 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. Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. This cultivar is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the ASPCA lists several salvias — Salvia officinalis (sage) and Salvia coccinea (scarlet sage) — as non-toxic, and none as toxic. Eating large amounts may still cause mild stomach upset; if in doubt, check with a vet.
Is mealycup sage 'victoria blue' safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists mealycup sage 'victoria blue' 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 mealycup sage 'victoria blue' toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mealycup Sage 'Victoria Blue' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full mealycup sage 'victoria blue' 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 mealycup sage 'victoria blue' pet-safety
- Is mealycup sage 'victoria blue' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is mealycup sage 'victoria blue' toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete mealycup sage 'victoria blue' care guide