Pet safety
Is Rose of Sharon 'Diana' toxic to dogs?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Diana'
No — rose of sharon 'diana' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (confirmed on the ASPCA 'Rose of Sharon' / Hibiscus syriacus listing). It carries no recognised toxic principle; at worst, eating a large quantity may cause mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset.
Is rose of sharon 'diana' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is rose of sharon 'diana' toxic to dogs?
No — rose of sharon 'diana' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (confirmed on the ASPCA 'Rose of Sharon' / Hibiscus syriacus listing). It carries no recognised toxic principle; at worst, eating a large quantity may cause mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset.
Is rose of sharon 'diana' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists rose of sharon 'diana' 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.
Is rose of sharon 'diana' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rose of Sharon 'Diana' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full rose of sharon 'diana' pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
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.
Full rose of sharon 'diana' pet-safety
- Is rose of sharon 'diana' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is rose of sharon 'diana' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete rose of sharon 'diana' care guide