Is Cilantro Toxic to Cats?

✅ Non-Toxic

✅ Cross-checked against veterinary poison-control guidance · Oct 2026 audit

⚠️ Educational info only. If your pet just chewed something and looks unwell, skip the reading and call your vet or Pet Poison Helpline (US): (855) 764-7661.

No, cilantro is non-toxic to cats. This kitchen herb is safe even if a cat chews the leaves, though most cats ignore it.

Also known as: Coriander, Chinese Parsley, Coriandrum sativum · Coriandrum sativum

What to do if your cat eats it

No action needed. A cat eating a bundle of leaves may vomit the fiber mechanically, nothing more.

Common questions

Is cilantro the same plant as parsley — is it as safe?

Different plant, similar look. Cilantro is actually safer — parsley carries psoralens that matter in quantity, while cilantro has no such concern.

Can I give my cat cilantro intentionally?

There is no benefit worth pursuing — cats are obligate carnivores and get nothing from herbs. A leaf chewed out of curiosity is fine, though.

More plants checked for cats

Pothos☠️ ToxicYes, pothos is toxic to cats. Chewing the leaves or vines releases sharp calcium oxalate crystal Aloe Vera⚠️ Mildly ToxicAloe vera is mildly to moderately toxic to cats. The gel is famously soothing for human skin, bu Spider Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, spider plants are non-toxic to cats. They are one of the best houseplants for homes with cur Easter Lily☠️ ToxicYes — and this is one of the most dangerous plants a cat can meet. Every part of an Easter lily,Sago Palm☠️ ToxicYes — sago palm is severely toxic to cats and among the deadliest houseplants. Every part contai Boston Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, Boston ferns are non-toxic to cats — a classic choice for plant-loving cat households.

This page is general educational information, not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Every pet is different — if your animal ate something concerning, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away. Checking what your pet can eat? Visit our sister site SafeOrToxic.