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Calochortus nuttalli
Calochortus spp. · Liliaceae
How it looks
The Sego Lily (Calochortus) is a bulb plant bearing cup-shaped, six-petaled flowers that open wide and upward, one to three per stalk. White, pink, and yellow are common, with a dark spot inside each petal. It stands 8–20 in (20–50 cm) tall.
Calochortus nuttalli 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
- Calochortus spp.
- Common name
- Calochortus nuttalli
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
