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Is Buzzy Lizzie toxic to cats?

Buzzy Lizzie (Impatiens spp.) is non-toxic to cats (S0 Safe): the ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.

  • TOXINnone — no toxic principles on record
  • WHAT TO EXPECTno symptoms on record
  • CALL THE VETSee a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.
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Nothing to do — really

S0 PROTOCOL
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No action needed. Buzzy Lizzie (Impatiens spp.) is safe to keep around cats.
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When to call the vet: See a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.
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Care at a glance

Lightmedium
Waterevery 4–7 days
Humiditymedium
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FAQ

Is Buzzy Lizzie safe for cats?

Yes, for Impatiens spp.: S0 Safe. The ASPCA Buzzy Lizzie entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses".

Which plant does this Buzzy Lizzie verdict cover?

Impatiens spp. The ASPCA Buzzy Lizzie entry gives that scientific name. Additional names on the entry are Giant Touch-Me-Not, Impatience Plant, Patient Lucy, Patient Plant, and Tangerine Impatience. The NC State care page is Impatiens walleriana and is not a second grade. Check the scientific name on the tag.

Does the Buzzy Lizzie entry name a toxic principle?

No toxic-principles field is on the entry. The non-toxicity line reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". The scientific name is "Impatiens spp.".

Is Buzzy Lizzie safe for dogs?

Yes, for Impatiens spp.: S0 Safe. The ASPCA Buzzy Lizzie entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses".

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Verdapaw Plant × Pet Safety Index, verdapaw.com/plants/buzzy-lizzie, reviewed 2026-11-03