Plant safety record
Greek Oregano
Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum
Prevent cats and dogs from chewing correctly identified Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum. Contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service after a suspected exposure.
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Cats
TOXIC
ASPCA classifies Oregano under Origanum vulgare hirtum as toxic to cats.
Dogs
TOXIC
ASPCA classifies Oregano under Origanum vulgare hirtum as toxic to dogs.
Quick answer
ASPCA classifies Oregano under Origanum vulgare hirtum as toxic to cats and dogs; Kew accepts that taxon as Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum.
Plant identity and scope
This record is limited to Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum. ASPCA publishes the infraspecific name as Origanum vulgare hirtum; Kew accepts the same taxon at subspecies rank as Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum.
Identity reconciliation: Origanum vulgare hirtum → Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum (Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew — Plants of the World Online).
Governed aliases: Oregano.
Scientific synonym: Origanum vulgare hirtum.
What the evidence supports
The toxic result follows an authoritative infraspecific-name bridge to Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum. It is not broadened to every Origanum species or every herb called oregano.
Safety classifications come from PawPlants' governed evidence record, not from a retailer or product label.
If exposure may have occurred
Prevent further access, retain a label or clear photo, and contact a veterinarian or animal poison-control service for case-specific advice. Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinary professional directs it.
Open PawPlants emergency guidance for immediate next steps and contact options.
Evidence and sources
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — OreganoCat: Toxic; Dog: Toxic; subject: Origanum vulgare hirtum.
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew — Plants of the World Online — Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtumEvidence subject: Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum.