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
Fireweed
Epilobium angustifolium
Blooming Sally is a hardy perennial wildflower known for its tall spikes of vibrant pink-purple flowers. It is considered non-toxic to pets, though large ingestions of fibrous plant material may occasionally cause mild digestive upset.
Blooming SallyEpilobium angustifoliumFireweedGreat Willowherb
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Upright, rhizomatous perennial
- 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
Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Kew Plants of the World Online
botanical · 95% reliability
Accepted scientific classification and distribution data for Epilobium angustifolium.
Questions about Fireweed
Is fireweed safe for cats?
Fireweed's safety for cats is currently uncertain. Its classification was flagged as a likely labeler error during a provenance audit completed on May 6, 2026, and is pending curator verification. Until the review is resolved, treat fireweed as an unknown risk and keep cats away from it.
What symptoms might a cat show after eating fireweed?
Documented symptoms for cats are not available — fireweed's classification is under review and the original symptom data cannot be confirmed. If your cat has eaten fireweed and shows vomiting, lethargy, drooling, or loss of appetite, contact your vet promptly.
What should I do if my cat ate fireweed?
Because fireweed's safety classification is unverified and under active curator review, err on the side of caution: remove any remaining plant material, note approximately how much your cat consumed, and call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 for guidance.
Is fireweed's ASPCA classification for cats reliable right now?
No — a provenance audit completed on May 6, 2026 flagged fireweed's ASPCA classification for cats as a likely labeler error. The entry is pending curator verification, so any previously listed status (toxic or non-toxic) should not be relied upon until the review is complete.
Is fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) safe for dogs?
Fireweed's safety for dogs is currently uncertain. The classification on record has been flagged as a likely labeler error and is pending curator verification as of the ASPCA/provenance audit on May 6, 2026, so a definitive safety verdict cannot be given at this time.
What symptoms might a dog show after eating fireweed?
Specific symptom data for fireweed ingestion in dogs is not available — the existing record is under review due to a suspected classification error. If your dog has eaten fireweed, watch for general signs of GI upset such as vomiting or lethargy and contact your vet.
What should I do if my dog ate fireweed?
Because fireweed's toxicity classification for dogs is unresolved, treat any ingestion with caution: note how much your dog ate, watch for vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy, and call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 or your veterinarian for guidance.
Why does fireweed show up as 'uncertain' rather than safe or toxic for dogs?
The original classification for fireweed was flagged as a probable labeling error during an ASPCA provenance audit on May 6, 2026, and has not yet been verified by a curator. Until that review is complete, the classification carries a low confidence score of 0.4 and should not be relied upon in either direction.
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