Cats
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Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
cat safety reference
Is Mariposa Lily safe for cats?
Calochortus spp.
Also known as Calochortus gunnisonii
Mariposa lilies are a group of bulbous perennials known for their striking, tulip-like flowers. They are considered non-toxic to pets, though ingestion of large amounts of plant material may cause minor digestive discomfort.
Butterfly TulipCalochortus gunnisoniiCalochortus nuttalliCalochortus spp.Gunnison's Mariposa LilySego Lily
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Bulbous perennial
- Care
- Moderate
Safety status
What this means for your cat
Cats are safe around Mariposa Lily — despite the alarming "lily" name, this is one of the rare lilies that doesn't share the kidney-failure risk Lilium and Hemerocallis pose. ASPCA Animal Poison Control lists Calochortus species (Mariposa Lily, including C. gunnisonii and C. nuttallii) as non-toxic to cats. The common name is misleading, but botanically it is a different genus with no documented toxic principle for felines.
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.
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Common signs
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Escalation note
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Source evidence
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants List
toxicology · 99% reliability
Calochortus species are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Plants of the World Online - Calochortus
botanical · 95% reliability
Taxonomic record for the genus Calochortus, confirming its classification within the Liliaceae family.
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