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Unfortunately, a ton of common house plants can be deadly to pets if they chew or ingest them—plants like aloe vera, arrowhead plant, golden pothos, english ivy, and plenty more. If your furry friend's appetite includes anything that its wandering mouth can get a hold of, then you need to know what type of plants you keep at home.
Thankfully, though, there are several of nontoxic plants you don't have to give a second thought. Spider plants, money plants, African violets, and bamboo are all safe to keep near pets—and those are just a few!
Keep this adorable little plant near a sunny window to help it thrive; it does best in medium light with minimal watering, so it's super low-maintenance.
Otherwise known as a Calathea Makoyana, the prayer plant is a great way to bring a bit of color and pattern to y0ur home, courtesy of the green and purple striped leaves. Not only is it non-toxic, but it's a natural air purifier to boot.
Prefer a tabletop option? This mini bonsai comes ready in a chic ceramic vessel that'll fit right in with your desktop decor.
With this cactus, you don't have to worry about poking yourself on anything pointy! Its leaves are soft and rounded. The best part? It blooms pink flowers for an added pop of color. They respond best to diffused light, so you don't have to keep it on your windowsill.
The entire peperomia family is safe for your furry friends, making it a safe pick. This particular one comes in a sunny yellow vase, with two-tone leaves that'll only grow to about 12 inches so you don't have to worry about constant pruning.
This whimsical, Dr. Seuss-like plant can be an adorably small tabletop plant or a full-on tree, but in any case, it's adaptable enough to survive in just about any light levels.
This plant's adaptability makes it super easy to grow and therefore, super popular. Plus, it's easy to breed and share with others. It can stand up to a lot of neglect and will thrive in indirect light.
An ideal houseplant for beginners, Swedish Ivy thrives in a wide range of lighting conditions, soil, and watering.
One of the most popular flowering houseplants worldwide, the African Violet flowers year-round, making it a particularly special and vibrant addition to your space.
This plant, also known as the Victorian parlor palm, is famously resilient. Those pretty feathery leaves liven up any bland corner of your home. It does well in medium light, though can survive in lower light areas.
If you want a larger indoor plant that can handle medium indirect light, opt for the money tree. The braided tree trunk sets it apart, too.
Said to bring good luck and fortune, this plant craves some light but can fully thrive in shady areas. It's ideal for keeping at a desk or on a coffee table.
The cast-iron plant can survive in low light, in poor soil, and with minimal water, making it one of the most durable indoor plants. The deep green leaves also provide a stunning pop of color in your home.
With no known record of toxicity, this is among the safest plants to keep in a home with pets and kiddos. Even better, the shiny leaves of the wax plant make it both distinctive and perpetually eye-catching.
This gorgeously spotted plant, originally native to Madagascar, brings a delightful and colorful addition to your plant shelf.
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