Is Royal Star Magnolia toxic to dogs?

No — royal star magnolia 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. The ASPCA lists Magnolia stellata ('Magnolia Bush' / Star Magnolia) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, with the toxic principle recorded as 'None.' 'Royal Star' is a cultivar of Magnolia stellata and is directly covered by this ASPCA listing. Ingestion of flowers or leaves may cause mild, transient stomach upset in sensitive animals, but no toxic principle is present.

Yes — the ASPCA lists royal star magnolia 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: Royal Star Magnolia is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full royal star magnolia 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.