9 Pet Friendly House Plants (And 11 To Avoid)

My 9 favorite plants safe for cats & dogs

Pets can find plants irresistable

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

Top row: Silver Heart, Peperomia, Prayer Plant
Middle row: Coleus, Good Luck Palm, Aluminum Plant
Bottom 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 are 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 research.