

PET-POISONOUS HOUSEPLANTS
DEFINITELY NOT—if injested, look for the following symptoms:
- Easter & Stargazer Lilies: FATAL to cats (initially: vomiting, lethargy)
- Peace Lily: Irritation of tongue/lips, drooling, problems swallowing
- Aloe Vera: Full range of digestive symptoms
- Ivy: Trouble breathing, rash, paralysis, even coma
- Jade: Vomiting, slow heart rate, depression
- Dieffenbachia: Swelling/burning of the mouth & tongue, vomiting, difficulty breathing, even death
- Philodendron: Swelling/burning of the mouth & tongue, digestive issues, spasms, seizures
- Pothos: Swelling/burning of the mouth & tongue, digestive issues, spasms, seizures
- Sago Palm: Vomiting, diarrhea, liver failure
- ZZ Plant: Vomiting & diarrhea,
- Elephant Ear: Swelling/burning of the mouth & tongue, drooling, vomiting
- Corn Plant: Bloody vomiting, appetite loss, depression, dilated pupils (cats)
- Asparagus Fern: Vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation
- Cyclamen: Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea (tubers/roots: seizures, DEATH)
PICTURES OF THESE PLANTS CAN BE FOUND AT:
The 11 Most Poisonous Plants for Dogs
10 Household Plants That Are Dangerous to Dogs and Cats
SAFE PLANTS FOR DOGS & CATS
DON'T DESPAIR! There ARE safe plants that will brighten your home & freshen the air!

- Spider Plant (any light)
- African Violet (high light)
- Boston Fern (indirect light)
- Bromeliads (low light)
- Burro’s Tail (medium light)
- Hens & Chicks (high light)
- Bamboo (bright, indirect)
- Ponytail Palm (bright light)
- Christmas Cactus (medium light)
- Peperomia (low light)
- Phalaenopsis Orchids (low light)
- Prayer Plant ( medium light)
PHOTOS TO HELP YOU CHOOSE:
15 Pet-Friendly Indoor House Plants
Pet-Friendly Houseplants
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Before buying a plant, or when bringing a new pet into an existing indoor “garden”, check the site below for plant/pet-friendliness:
ASPCA: Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants List
If you suspect plant poisoning, call a pet poison control center like the one listed below and consult a veterinarian. Poisonous plant ingestion can be fatal! Time is of the essence in seeking help for your pet!
Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661 (fees apply)