Is Common Sea Lavender toxic to dogs?

No — sea lavender is not toxic to dogs. Limonium does not appear on the ASPCA's toxic-plant lists. Do not confuse it with true lavender (Lavandula), which the ASPCA does list as toxic to cats — the two are unrelated plants that share a name. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Limonium is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs in their safe-plant guidance. The species is also used in herbal medicine with no veterinary toxicity reports on record. Ingestion of any plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals, but no toxic principles are known.

Yes — the ASPCA lists common sea lavender as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog 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: Common Sea Lavender is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full common sea lavender pet-safety guide for both species.

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.