Is Lavender toxic to cats?

Lavendula angustifolia · Family: Lamiaceae

Outdoor/Garden

Cats: toxic   Dogs: toxic

Also called: Common Lavender, English Lavender

Symptoms

Nausea, vomiting (not in horses), inappetant

Toxic principles: Linlool, linalyl acetate

Source: ASPCA entry

Care at a glance

• Light: bright
• Difficulty: medium
• Hanging-friendly: no

Care notes are AI-drafted, pending review.

Pet-safe alternatives

• Basil
• Blue Echeveria
• Bottle Palm