Sticky Snapdragon — (c) Ken-ichi Ueda, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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Is Sticky Snapdragon safe for cats?

Antirrhinum multiflorum

Antirrhinum multiflorum is a perennial wildflower native to California, known for its sticky, glandular foliage and tubular flowers. It is considered non-toxic to household pets, though ingestion of large amounts of plant material may cause minor digestive discomfort.

Antirrhinum multiflorumSticky Snapdragon
Light
Full sun to partial shade
Habit
Upright perennial
Care
Low

Safety status

Cats

Generally safe

Consulted references do not classify the plant as toxic for that pet type, while still allowing for mild GI upset if large amounts are chewed.

Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.

What this means for your cat

Sticky snapdragon is safe in a cat household — the ASPCA lists Antirrhinum multiflorum as non-toxic to cats with no toxic principles identified. A cat that chews on the foliage may have a mild stomach upset from the fiber, nothing more.

Sources: ASPCA.

If a pet has chewed or swallowed plant material and is showing symptoms, contact a veterinarian or poison resource immediately. This product is for structured reference, not diagnosis.

Catsconcern notes

Common signs

None expected from normal interaction; large ingestions may cause mild vomiting or diarrhea due to fiber content.

Escalation note

This plant is non-toxic, but if your cat consumes a large quantity and exhibits persistent digestive distress, please contact your veterinarian.

Bring it home

Sticky Snapdragonis generally pet-safe in ordinary household exposure. If you’d like one for your space, here’s a starting point.

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