Black-eyed Susanne (Thunbergia alata) is very popular with garden owners who want to grow an opaque flower hedge in summer. Since neither the flowers nor the leaves contain any toxic substances, the plant is also suitable for greening cat nets.
The black-eyed Susanne is not only not poisonous but even edible and very tasty!
Black-eyed Susan contains no toxins
Despite their striking colors, the flowers of the black-eyed susan, which comes from Africa, do not contain any toxins. The leaves and stems are also completely non-toxic.
The pretty climbing plant is therefore ideal for growing in the garden, on the balcony or terrace, even if small children are there.
Black-eyed Susanne is usually kept as an annual in our latitudes, although it grows perennial in its homeland. If you want to try to overwinter the plant indoors, you can do so without hesitation, as it does not pose any danger.
Safe for dogs and cats
Black-eyed Susanne is also a recommended ornamental plant for dog and cat owners.
Due to the absence of any toxins, the susan is not harmful to pets, even if dogs, cats, rabbits or hamsters occasionally nibble on the leaves and flowers.
There are even said to be pet owners who occasionally enrich the feed of their birds and exotic animals such as bearded dragons with the flowers of black-eyed susan.
As greenery for cat nets
If you have made your balcony accessible for your cats with a cat net, you can safely plant black-eyed Susans in boxes and let them climb up the net.
tips and tricks
The black-eyed Susanne is not only not poisonous, but even edible. The flowers can be used in flower salads. They also look very decorative on salad plates.