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Strawberry
Fragaria spp. · Rosaceae
How it looks
Strawberry is a small herb with toothed, three-part leaves and five-petaled white flowers. Small yellow seeds are embedded on the surface of the red heart-shaped fruit, and the plant sends out runners that creep sideways to form new plantlets. It reaches about 6-12 in (15-30 cm) tall.
Strawberry 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
- Fragaria spp.
- Common name
- Strawberry
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
