Celosia Globosa

Safe for cats

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Celosia Globosa

Celosia globosa · Amaranthaceae

How it looks

Celosia (globosa) is an herb whose small flowers cluster densely into round, ball-like flower heads in deep red, pink, yellow, and purple. The leaves are oval. It grows 12-31 in (30-80 cm) tall and is popular in gardens.

Celosia Globosa 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.