Is Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' toxic to dogs?

No — scabiosa columbaria 'butterfly blue' 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. Scabious (Scabiosa) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, so Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' is considered pet-safe. As with any plant, ingestion of large amounts can still cause mild, transient stomach upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists scabiosa columbaria 'butterfly blue' 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: Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full scabiosa columbaria 'butterfly blue' 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.