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Alyssum
Alyssum spp. · Brassicaceae
How it looks
Alyssum is a herbaceous plant whose small four-petaled white, pink, or purple flowers gather densely into small clusters at the branch tips. The leaves are narrow, slender, and gray-green. It stands 4–12 in (10–30 cm) tall, spreads sideways, is lightly fragrant, and is common in gardens.
Alyssum is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Alyssum spp.
- Common name
- Alyssum
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
