Is Weeping Eastern Hemlock toxic to cats?

No — weeping eastern hemlock 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. Tsuga canadensis (Eastern Hemlock, not to be confused with Conium maculatum, the toxic herbaceous hemlock) is not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The conifer has no documented toxic principles to dogs or cats. Note: the common name 'hemlock' is sometimes confused with the unrelated and highly toxic plant Conium maculatum.

Yes — the ASPCA lists weeping eastern hemlock 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: Weeping Eastern Hemlock is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full weeping eastern hemlock 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.