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Cat grass

Avena sativa

Insufficient data

There is not enough information to recommend it where cats can chew it.

Also calledOat grass
Habitgrass
Lightfull sun, part sun
Watermedium
Smallest containerabout 2 L (1 gal)
Safety reviewed2026-10-12

Cats are often drawn to this plant, which makes chewing more likely.

Sold specifically for cats, but not found in the reviewed toxicity source. Keep it to its own pot and ask your veterinarian.

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