Indoor plants are a great way to freshen up your home, and to bring in that lush green touch from the outdoors inside. The problem that us pet owners have is that a lot of plants are toxic to cats and dogs. For example, I think Peace Lily’s and Snake Plant’s are beautiful but my cat may get sick if she decides to take a nip at it!
That’s why it’s important for us “fur parents” to pay extra attention when shopping for plants for our home.
When looking for a good houseplant, I also recommend finding one that purifies the air in your home. Indoor plants that clean the air and remove toxins are a great way to freshen things up without using harmful chemicals.
All of the houseplants I have here are safe for cats, and air purifying. As an extra step of precaution, you should always check the scientific names of each plant to make sure it’s exactly what you’re looking for.
Areca Palm | Scientific Name: Dypsis Lutescens
The Areca Palm is the palm not only is a plant that cleans the air, but it is also great for those who want to make a statement. The leaves are full and add a beautiful touch of decor to any living space. Buy it here. (Image from: Source)
Money Bonsai | Scientific Name: Pachira Aquatica
My favorite thing about the Money Bonsai plant is its braided trunk. Although this plant is not toxic to cats, it may cause your fur baby to have an upset belly if digested. Buy it here. (Image:Nayadiez)
Spider Plant | Scientific Name: Chlorophytum Comosum
The Spider Plant’s spider-like leaves look great in a hanging basket. The long leaves flow over creating a dramatic decor effect. Buy it here. (Image: Madaise)
Bamboo Palm | Scientific Name: Chamaedorea Seifrizii
If you’re looking for a good low light house plant, that is also low maintenance – this Bamboo Palm is the perfect plant for you! Buy it here. (Image: Sibir4ka)
Boston Fern | Scientific Name: Nephrolepis Exaltata
The Boston Fern has to be my favorite house plant! They look great in hanging baskets or in a pot. Because they grow best in humid environments, it’s a good idea to keep them misted with water to keep the leaves from turning. Buy it here. (Image: Balcony Garden Web)
Dendrobium Orchid | Scientific Name: Dendrobium Thysiflorum
Orchids are great for an added touch of color. Flowers always seem to make any room pop, and thankfully these are cat-friendly! Buy it here. (Image: Flower Pictures)
Lily Turf | Scientific Name: Lirope Spicata
The Lily Turf is another great flower to add to your indoor plant collection. Buy it here.
Kimberly Fern | Scientific Name: Nephrolephis Obliterata
Very similar to the Boston Fern, the Kimberly Fern is another popular indoor house plant that cleans the air and removes toxins. Buy it here. (Image: Plant Solutions Inc)
Pygmy Date Palm | Scientific Name: Phoenix Roebelenii
There is something about Palm Trees that make everything feel tropical. The Pygmy Date Palm is a great way to bring that feeling into your home! Another great indoor plant that is safe for cats. Buy it here. (Image: Fast Growing Trees)
Moth Orchids | Scientific Name: Phalaenopsis
Moth Orchids are great flowers if you want something that lasts long, and is easy to grow. They bloom year-round and are very low maintenance. Buy it here. (From: White Flower Farm)
Broadleaf Lady Palm | Scientific Name: Rhapsis Excelsa
The Lady Palm is another great tree that makes any room look tropical. It’s perfect for indoors, as it doesn’t require much light and grows great in shaded areas. Buy it here. (Image: Planting Man)
Dwarf Banana Plant | Scientific Name: Musa Oriana
The Banana Plant is a nice break from the ordinary. It has bold, big leaves that will stand out in any room. Buy it here. (Image: Bakker)
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My bonsai money plant is not growing healthy
I love my plants
Please advice
Thanks much
I am on my third money tree. My cats killed two already. I keep mine in an off limits room with full sun. Water once a week and spritz the leaves. Growing amazing now but can’t allow the cats near it because they will dig it up and strip all the leaves off in minutes.
Mine is thriving. I have it in a spot where it does not receive direct sunlight. I mix coffee in with the water I water with my plants and it’s like plant steroids! I’m not a coffee drinker so I buy a jar of instant coffee at Dollar Tree, take a gallon jug, pour in some of the instant coffee, add water, then shake it. I put like 10 scoops of coffee in. My scoop is probably the size of a teaspoon. You can add more or less. You can add coffee or coffee grinds to the water as well. Hope this helps!
Try alkaline water in place of regular water, and place it under light by itself in a quiet area..
It seems to be Very nice and I love it
Are all of these plants safe for dogs as well?
Hi Shawna, I am not for certain if they are safe for dogs.
As a dog owner and person that turned her apartment into a jungle, I’ve had to look up all of these. The only ones that catch my eye are the orchids and lily turf. Not all orchids are toxic, but the ones that have blue dye added to them are poisonous. That dye is not natural and is toxic to dogs. I’ve read contradicting things about lily turf. Some say it’s safe, some say the leaves and stems of certain species are poisonous to dogs. If unsure, you can always hop on google and type in Is ______ toxic for dogs? Hope this helps!
Hey there,
Pretty positive that Lily Turf is not Pet safe especially not for cats..
100% true
“Lilies in the “true lily” and “daylily” families are very dangerous for cats. The entire lily plant is toxic: the stem, leaves, flowers, pollen, and even the water in a vase. Eating just a small amount of a leaf or flower petal, licking a few pollen grains off its fur while grooming, or drinking the water from the vase can cause your cat to develop fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days. The toxin, which only affects cats, has not been identified. Dogs that eat lilies may have minor stomach upset but they don’t develop kidney failure.”
The ASPCA has a complete list of poison plants and okay plants for both cats and dogs. online. look at their website.