Cats safety

Is Cherry Tomato Safe for Cats?

Quick answer

Cherry tomato leaves and stems contain the toxic alkaloids tomatine and solanine. NC State Extension identifies tomato as a problem for cats.

Cherry Tomato houseplant

Is Cherry Tomato safe for cats?

Toxic(moderate)

Cherry tomato leaves and stems contain the toxic alkaloids tomatine and solanine. NC State Extension identifies tomato as a problem for cats.

Possible symptoms: drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, dilated pupils

Sources

Disclaimer: This page is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. If your cats ate Cherry Tomato, contact your veterinarian or animal poison control immediately.

Safer alternatives for cats

Frequently asked questions

Is Cherry Tomato safe for cats?

Cherry tomato leaves and stems contain the toxic alkaloids tomatine and solanine. NC State Extension identifies tomato as a problem for cats.

What should I do if my cats ate Cherry Tomato?

Remove any remaining plant material, note how much was eaten, and contact your veterinarian or animal poison control immediately. Watch for: drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, dilated pupils.

What are safer plant alternatives for cats?

Browse our verified list of plants safe for cats at /best-plants/plants-safe-for-cats/. Popular picks include spider plant, Boston fern, and areca palm for cat and dog households.

How this Cherry Tomato profile is reviewed?

Editorial policyReview board

Written by · Reviewed by LeafyPixels Review Board

This Cherry Tomato plant profile was researched and written by . Care facts, watering ranges, light needs, and pet-safety notes for Cherry Tomato are checked against multiple independent references before publication.

We prioritize sources that hold up under scrutiny:

  • University cooperative extension bulletins and fact sheets (Penn State, Clemson, UMD, NC State, and similar programs)
  • Botanical garden and horticultural society publications
  • Peer-reviewed plant science and veterinary toxicology references where pet safety matters (including ASPCA Animal Poison Control)
  • Established reference works on indoor plant culture

The LeafyPixels editorial team then reviews the draft for clarity, step-by-step usefulness, and fit with real apartment and home conditions-not ideal greenhouse setups. When guidance changes materially, we update the page and note the revision date.

Sources used

  1. NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox (n.d.) Toxic parts, principles, symptoms, and animal risk. [Online]. Available at: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/solanum-lycopersicum/ (Accessed: 1 March 2024).