9 Pet Friendly Houseplants (And 11 To Avoid)

My 9 favorite plants safe for cats & dogs

Pets can find plants irresistible

When pooch and kitty are bored they may give themselves a task. How about I check out that plant? (sniff) The dirt sure smells good. (dig) Roots are fun. I'll try a nibble. (bite) Tasty. I wonder what the leaves taste like? (chomp) Yum.

First row: Silver Heart, Peperomia, Prayer Plant
Second row: Coleus, African Violet, Aluminum Plant
Third row: Hens and Chickens, Friendship Plant, Lemon Balm

11 houseplants to avoid

Although any plant may upset an animal's stomach, these are among those known to be toxic to both dogs and cats and best avoided, according to the ASPCA.

Aloe
Calla Lily
Daisy
English Ivy
Iris
Jade Plant
Lavender
Lobelia
Mint
Paper White
Split Leaf Philodendron

When it comes to your pets and plants, it's easy to stay safe with a little investigation.

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