What are the symptoms of Basil poisoning in cats?

mild GI upset possible with large amounts of any plant material

Basil

Q: Can cats eat Basil?

Safe: Yes — basil is on the ASPCA's non-toxic plant list and is safe for cats. Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. It's a common culinary herb and is generally well tolerated in small amounts. Some cats show mild interest in chewing basil leaves; large amounts of any unfamiliar plant material can occasionally cause mild stomach upset simply from the fiber, not from any toxin. Source: ASPCA.

Safe

Verdict

Yes — basil is on the ASPCA's non-toxic plant list and is safe for cats.

Source: ASPCA · Verified 2026-06-12

Verdict

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. It's a common culinary herb and is generally well tolerated in small amounts. Some cats show mild interest in chewing basil leaves; large amounts of any unfamiliar plant material can occasionally cause mild stomach upset simply from the fiber, not from any toxin.