Miscanthus is very decorative and is one of the most popular ornamental grasses for good reason. However, some cat owners wonder whether they can safely let their pet nibble on them. In principle, miscanthus is considered non-toxic, even for humans.
Is Miscanthus poisonous to humans and animals?
Miscanthus is considered non-toxic to humans and pets such as cats. However, the leaves have sharp edges and the sap that escapes can cause phototoxic reactions on the skin. Caution is therefore advised when handling miscanthus.
So is Miscanthus safe?
Some caution is required when caring for and pruning. On the one hand, depending on the variety, the leaves of the reed have very sharp edges, and on the other hand, escaping plant sap can trigger phototoxic reactions on the skin. It is therefore best to wear gardening gloves (€9.00 on Amazon) when working on your miscanthus.
The most important things in brief:
- Basically non-toxic to pets
- Juice can cause phototoxic reactions on the skin
- Leaves very sharp depending on the type
- wear gloves when working on miscanthus
Tip
Some cats like to nibble on Miscanthus or use it as a hiding place. Make sure that your animal does not injure itself on the sharp leaves.
