Cats & Dogs
UncertainIdentity or evidence quality is not strong enough for a firm answer.
Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
Sources
Pet safety reference
Yellowrocket
Barbarea vulgaris
Yellowrocket is a hardy, flowering biennial herb often found in fields and gardens. While it is considered non-toxic to pets, ingestion of large amounts of fibrous plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Barbarea vulgarisBittercressHerb BarbaraWinter Cress
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Rosette-forming biennial
- Care
- Low
Safety status
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.
Cats — concern notes
Common signs
Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.
Escalation note
Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.
Dogs — concern notes
Common signs
Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.
Escalation note
Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.
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Source evidence
ASPCA Toxic Plant List
toxicology · 99% reliability
Yellowrocket is listed as non-toxic to both cats and dogs.
NC State Extension Plant Toolbox
botanical · 94% reliability
Barbarea vulgaris is a biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family, commonly known as yellowrocket or winter cress.
Questions about Yellowrocket
Is yellowrocket toxic to cats?
The safety of yellowrocket (Barbarea vulgaris) for cats is currently uncertain — the plant's classification is under review following a provenance audit in May 2026 and has not yet been verified by a curator. Until a confirmed classification is available, treat it as an unknown risk and keep cats away from it.
What symptoms might a cat show after eating yellowrocket?
Specific symptom data for yellowrocket ingestion in cats is not available at this time, as the classification is pending verification. If your cat has eaten any part of this plant, watch for general signs of GI upset such as vomiting, drooling, or lethargy, and contact your vet.
What should I do if my cat ate yellowrocket?
Because yellowrocket's toxicity status for cats is currently unconfirmed, err on the side of caution: call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 right away. Have the plant name (Barbarea vulgaris) ready and note how much your cat may have eaten.
Where does the uncertainty about yellowrocket's safety for cats come from?
According to a provenance audit completed on 2026-05-06, the original classification for yellowrocket was flagged as a likely labeler error and is awaiting curator verification. This means the data that would normally define its toxicity level, expected symptoms, and first-aid guidance has not yet been confirmed as reliable.
Is Yellowrocket (Barbarea vulgaris) toxic to dogs?
The safety of Yellowrocket for dogs is currently uncertain — the plant's classification is under review and has been flagged as a likely labeling error pending curator verification. Until the status is confirmed, treat it as a plant to keep away from your dog.
What symptoms should I watch for if my dog ate Yellowrocket?
Documented symptoms are not available for Yellowrocket at this time, as the classification is under active review. If your dog has eaten this plant, monitor for common signs of GI upset such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, or lethargy, and contact your vet if any appear.
What should I do if my dog eats Yellowrocket?
Because Yellowrocket's toxicity status is currently unverified, err on the side of caution: note how much your dog ate, watch closely for any vomiting, diarrhea, or unusual behavior, and call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 for guidance.
How reliable is the current safety information on Yellowrocket for dogs?
The existing classification data for Yellowrocket was flagged during a provenance audit on 2026-05-06 as a likely labeler error, so the confidence in its current status is low (0.4 out of 1.0). The classification is pending curator verification, meaning the plant's risk level for dogs has not yet been confirmed from a reliable source.
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