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Coreopsis
Coreopsis spp. · Asteraceae
How it looks
Coreopsis is an herb whose daisy-shaped flowers — a yellow center with about eight yellow to deep yellow petals notched at the tips — are borne one per branch tip. The leaves are finely divided and feather-like. It grows 12-31 in (30-80 cm) tall.
Coreopsis 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
- Coreopsis spp.
- Common name
- Coreopsis
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Source
- ASPCA
