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Celosia Spicata
Celosia spicata · Amaranthaceae
How it looks
Celosia (spicata) is a herb whose slender spike-shaped flower clusters rise straight up in deep pink, purple, and white. The leaves are narrow, long, and oval; height 12-31 in (30-80 cm), popular as a cut flower and dried flower.
Celosia Spicata 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
- Celosia spicata
- Common name
- Celosia Spicata
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
