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Savory (Summer)
Satureja hortensis · Lamiaceae
How it looks
Summer Savory is a mint-family herb with slender, narrow gray-green leaves arranged oppositely along the stems. Crushing the leaves releases a soft, savory aroma (similar to thyme). Small white-to-pale-purple flowers bloom at the branch tips, and it grows 12–20 in (30–50 cm) tall.
Savory (Summer) 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
- Satureja hortensis
- Common name
- Savory (Summer)
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
