Tarragon
Also known as French Tarragon, Estragon. One plant, one grade per pet — the verdicts below are transcribed from primary sources and human-reviewed.
Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is toxic to cats (S1 Caution): the ASPCA lists essential oils and mild vomiting and diarrhea.
FULL VERDICT →Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is toxic to dogs (S1 Caution): the ASPCA lists essential oils and mild vomiting and diarrhea.
FULL VERDICT →Care at a glance
What happens if it's eaten
Signs on record for each animal, transcribed from the cited sources.
- Mild vomiting and diarrhea
- Mild vomiting and diarrhea
When to call the vet
Contact your vet if vomiting or diarrhea persists or worsens after Tarragon ingestion.
FULL VERDICT →Contact your vet if vomiting or diarrhea persists or worsens after Tarragon ingestion.
FULL VERDICT →FAQ
Which plant does this Tarragon verdict cover?
Artemisia dracunculus. The ASPCA Tarragon entry gives that scientific name. Additional names are French Tarragon and Estragon. The family is Asteraceae. This verdict follows that entry. Plants with other scientific names are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag.
What signs does the Tarragon entry list?
The clinical-signs field reads "Mild vomiting and diarrhea". The toxic-principles field reads "Essential Oils". The toxicity line reads "Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses". Move the plant out of reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.