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Moss Campion
Silene acaulis · Caryophyllaceae
How it looks
Moss Campion is a herb whose very small, slender leaves gather densely into a cushion or moss-like mat, with small five-petaled pink to purple flowers scattered over the surface. At about 2 in (5 cm) tall it is very compact, growing in alpine and rock gardens.
Moss Campion 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
- Silene acaulis
- Common name
- Moss Campion
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
