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Matthiola incana
Stock identified as Matthiola incana is considered non-toxic to cats. Its fragrant flower spikes can bring color to a cool-season border or bouquet.
Non-toxic does not mean edible. Eating plant material can still upset your cat’s stomach.
What this guide covers: Matthiola incana only. Check the botanical name; a photo cannot establish the identity of your plant.
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Plant identity
- Scientific name
- Matthiola incana
- Scope
- Species
- Family
- Not recorded
- Also known as
- No reviewed aliases available
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How to grow this plant
Matthiola incana only. Check the botanical name; a photo cannot establish the identity of your plant.
- Light
- Sunny position or Some direct sun
Full sun, with light shade tolerated.
- Watering
Keep soil consistently moist and well drained.
- Temperature
- Temperature range not yet established
Cool-season plant; growth declines above about 80°F. This is not a preferred indoor range.
- Humidity
No specific humidity target established.
- Potting
- Average to humus-rich soil; avoid acidic conditions.
- Through the year
- Start seeds in successive batches to extend flowering. Expect a shorter flowering season in hot climates.
Growing-guide sources
- Matthiola incana ↗NC State Extension · Accessed 2026-10-16
Matthiola incana only. Check the botanical name; a photo cannot establish the identity of your plant.
Growing advice reviewed 2026-10-17. Plant safety is assessed separately.
Reviewed safety information
- Toxic principle
- Not recorded in the reviewed evidence
- Reported signs
- Not recorded in the reviewed evidence
Missing information is unknown. It should not be interpreted as an absence of risk.
Safe alternatives
No verified alternative recommendations are available for this guide.
Sources & review
- Stock: source assessment ↗Veterinary Poisons Information Service · Accessed
Safety last reviewed .