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Is White Dead Nettle toxic to cats?

Lamium album

Non-toxic to cats

No — white dead nettle 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. Lamium album (white dead nettle) is not toxic to humans, dogs, or cats. It does not sting like true nettles (Urtica) and has no known harmful alkaloids, glycosides, or irritants. Widely used as a culinary and medicinal herb in Europe. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the genus has no reported toxic principles.

Is white dead nettle toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is white dead nettle toxic to cats?

No — white dead nettle 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. Lamium album (white dead nettle) is not toxic to humans, dogs, or cats. It does not sting like true nettles (Urtica) and has no known harmful alkaloids, glycosides, or irritants. Widely used as a culinary and medicinal herb in Europe. Not individually listed by ASPCA, but the genus has no reported toxic principles.

Is white dead nettle safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists white dead nettle 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 white dead nettle toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: White Dead Nettle is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full white dead nettle 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.

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