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Aloe Vera

Aloe barbadensis miller

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, tremors in pets

Peace Lily

Spathiphyllum spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing

Pothos

Epipremnum aureum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling of mouth/tongue, vomiting

Philodendron

Philodendron spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, pain, swelling, drooling, vomiting

Snake Plant

Sansevieria trifasciata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Lily of the Valley

Convallaria majalis

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart arrhythmias, vomiting, seizures, death possible

Sago Palm

Cycas revoluta

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, liver failure, seizures, death possible

Oleander

Nerium oleander

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart problems, vomiting, seizures, death possible

Azalea

Rhododendron spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, heart failure possible

Rhododendron

Rhododendron spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, drooling, heart failure, coma possible

Foxglove

Digitalis purpurea

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart arrhythmias, vomiting, seizures, death possible

Daffodil

Narcissus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, convulsions

Tulip

Tulipa spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Oral irritation, drooling, nausea, depression in pets

Hyacinth

Hyacinthus orientalis

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, depression, tremors in pets

Iris

Iris spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling, lethargy in pets

Autumn Crocus

Colchicum autumnale

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, organ failure, death

Cyclamen

Cyclamen spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, heart arrhythmias in pets

Kalanchoe

Kalanchoe spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, heart arrhythmias in pets

Yew

Taxus spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Sudden death, trembling, difficulty breathing, seizures

Wisteria

Wisteria spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, hypotension in large quantities

Elderberry

Sambucus spp.

MILD
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Nausea, vomiting (raw berries/leaves in children)

Holly

Ilex spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, abnormal heart rate

Mistletoe

Viscum album

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, low heart rate, collapse possible

Poinsettia

Euphorbia pulcherrima

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild skin/mouth irritation, vomiting if ingested

Easter Lily

Lilium longiflorum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats

Kidney failure in cats - potentially fatal even in small amounts

Tiger Lily

Lilium lancifolium

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats

Kidney failure in cats - potentially fatal

Asiatic Lily

Lilium asiaticum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats

Kidney failure in cats - potentially fatal

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats

Kidney failure in cats - potentially fatal

Amaryllis

Amaryllis spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, tremors in pets

Calla Lily

Zantedeschia aethiopica

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, difficulty swallowing, vomiting

Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral pain, drooling, swelling, difficulty breathing

Caladium

Caladium bicolor

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, drooling, vomiting

Elephant Ears

Colocasia esculenta

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, drooling, difficulty breathing

Chinese Evergreen

Aglaonema spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Oral irritation, vomiting in pets

Dracaena

Dracaena spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling, weakness, dilated pupils in cats

Monstera

Monstera deliciosa

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, drooling, vomiting

ZZ Plant

Zamioculcas zamiifolia

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Irritation, vomiting if ingested in pets

English Ivy

Hedera helix

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, abdominal pain

Jade Plant

Crassula ovata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, depression, coordination issues in pets

Rubber Plant

Ficus elastica

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, vomiting if sap ingested by pets

Fiddle Leaf Fig

Ficus lyrata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Oral irritation, vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Weeping Fig

Ficus benjamina

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, vomiting if ingested by pets

Bird of Paradise

Strelitzia reginae

MILD
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild nausea, drowsiness if seeds/pods ingested by dogs

Lantana

Lantana camara

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Liver damage, photosensitization, vomiting, death possible

Nightshade

Solanum nigrum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, hallucinations, seizures

Jerusalem Cherry

Solanum pseudocapsicum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, seizures if berries ingested

Bleeding Heart

Lamprocapnos spectabilis

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Liver toxicity, seizures if large amounts consumed

Monkshood

Aconitum spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Paralysis, heart failure, vomiting, death possible

Larkspur

Delphinium spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, weakness, heart arrhythmias if large amounts

Belladonna

Atropa belladonna

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Dilated pupils, hallucinations, rapid heartbeat, coma

Hemlock

Conium maculatum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Paralysis, respiratory failure, death possible

Water Hemlock

Cicuta virosa

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Seizures, convulsions, death - one of most toxic plants

Castor Bean

Ricinus communis

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, internal bleeding, death - extremely toxic

Jimsonweed

Datura stramonium

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Hallucinations, seizures, death possible

Lupine

Lupinus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, liver damage in dogs; seeds toxic to children

Morning Glory

Ipomoea spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Gastrointestinal upset, hallucinations (seeds)

Henbane

Hyoscyamus niger

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Hallucinations, heart failure, coma, death possible

Euphorbia

Euphorbia spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Skin burns, eye irritation, vomiting from sap

Crown of Thorns

Euphorbia milii

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Skin/eye irritation, vomiting from milky sap

Desert Rose

Adenium obesum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart arrhythmias, vomiting, collapse, death possible

Aconite

Aconitum napellus

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, weakness, heart failure, death possible

Rhubarb

Rheum rhabarbarum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney failure (leaves), mouth irritation in pets

Tomato Plant

Solanum lycopersicum

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Gastrointestinal upset from leaves/stems in pets

Potato Plant

Solanum tuberosum

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, weakness from green/sprouted parts

Onion

Allium cepa

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Anemia, lethargy, red urine in pets

Garlic

Allium sativum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Hemolytic anemia, vomiting in pets (5x more toxic than onion)

Chives

Allium schoenoprasum

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, anemia in large quantities in pets

Grapes / Raisins

Vitis vinifera

SEVERE
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney failure in dogs - even small amounts can be fatal

Avocado

Persea americana

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, myocardial damage in pets (leaves/pit/bark)

Macadamia

Macadamia integrifolia

MODERATE
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Weakness, vomiting, tremors, hyperthermia in dogs

Xylitol (Birch Sugar) Plant

Various

SEVERE
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Hypoglycemia, liver failure in dogs

Begonia

Begonia spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, excessive drooling in pets; tubers most toxic

Geranium

Pelargonium spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, depression, skin irritation in pets

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, coordination issues in pets

Marigold

Tagetes spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Mild skin irritation if handled extensively (sap)

Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Mild hallucinogenic effect in cats (like catnip); generally safe

Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - one of the safest houseplants

Areca Palm

Dypsis lutescens

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic to pets and people

African Violet

Saintpaulia ionantha

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for homes with pets and children

Orchid

Orchidaceae family

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for pets and people

Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - completely safe for all

Roses

Rosa spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Thorns cause physical injury; flowers/leaves non-toxic

Zinnia

Zinnia elegans

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - completely safe

Petunia

Petunia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic to pets and people

Snapdragon

Antirrhinum majus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Impatiens

Impatiens walleriana

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for pets and children

Calathea

Calathea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - great pet-safe houseplant

Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Peperomia

Peperomia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - excellent pet-safe houseplant

Haworthia

Haworthia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe pet-friendly succulent

Echeveria

Echeveria spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent for all households

Swedish Ivy

Plectranthus australis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for pets and children

Christmas Cactus

Schlumbergera bridgesii

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe holiday plant

Parlor Palm

Chamaedorea elegans

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - one of best pet-safe palms

Bamboo Palm

Chamaedorea seifrizii

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe and air-purifying

Ponytail Palm

Beaucarnea recurvata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - great pet-safe statement plant

Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - very hardy and safe for all

Bamboo

Bambusa spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all (true bamboo)

Lucky Bamboo

Dracaena sanderiana

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, weakness in pets (not true bamboo)

Yucca

Yucca spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling in pets

Anthurium

Anthurium spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, drooling, vomiting

Bird's Nest Fern

Asplenium nidus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all households

Maidenhair Fern

Adiantum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for pets and children

Button Fern

Pellaea rotundifolia

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Staghorn Fern

Platycerium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Air Plants (Tillandsia)

Tillandsia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - completely safe for all

Bromeliad

Bromeliaceae family

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for pets and children

Venus Flytrap

Dionaea muscipula

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all (just catches insects)

Pitcher Plant

Nepenthes spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic carnivorous plant - safe for pets

Coleus

Plectranthus scutellarioides

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, depression in pets

Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe herb for all

Basil

Ocimum basilicum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe culinary herb

Cilantro

Coriandrum sativum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe culinary herb

Parsley

Petroselinum crispum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic in small amounts; avoid large amounts in cats/dogs

Mint

Mentha spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats

Liver damage if large amounts ingested by cats

Lavender

Lavandula spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Nausea, vomiting in pets if ingested in large amounts

Rosemary

Salvia rosmarinus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe herb for all

Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe culinary herb

Sage

Salvia officinalis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic in culinary amounts; large quantities may cause issues

Catnip

Nepeta cataria

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; causes euphoria in cats, mild sedation in dogs

Valerian

Valeriana officinalis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; sedative effect in cats; safe for all

Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation in pets

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Drooling, vomiting, weakness, depression in pets

Tea Tree

Melaleuca alternifolia

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Paralysis, liver failure in pets; highly toxic as oil

Pennyroyal

Mentha pulegium

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Liver failure, abortion, death in pets and humans

Hops

Humulus lupulus

SEVERE
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Hyperthermia (malignant) in dogs - potentially fatal

Oleander Bush

Nerium oleander

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart failure, coma, death - all parts extremely toxic

Privet

Ligustrum spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, collapse

Black Locust

Robinia pseudoacacia

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Weakness, paralysis, cardiac arrest possible

Horse Chestnut

Aesculus hippocastanum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, paralysis, seizures

Buckeye

Aesculus glabra

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, muscle weakness, paralysis

Laburnum

Laburnum anagyroides

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, seizures, respiratory failure, death

Boxwood

Buxus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, respiratory failure in large amounts

Mountain Laurel

Kalmia latifolia

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, weakness, heart arrhythmias, coma

Andromeda

Pieris japonica

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, drooling, heart failure, death

Hydrangea

Hydrangea spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy

Peony

Paeonia spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, depression in pets

Carnation

Dianthus caryophyllus

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild gastrointestinal upset, skin irritation in pets

Dahlia

Dahlia spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild skin irritation and gastrointestinal upset in pets

Ranunculus

Ranunculus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation

Clematis

Clematis spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Sweet Pea

Lathyrus odoratus

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Weakness, paralysis, slow heart rate if seeds ingested

Nasturtium

Tropaeolum majus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - edible flowers and leaves

Pansies

Viola tricolor

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - edible flowers; safe for all

Violas

Viola spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe and edible flowers

Sunpatiens

Impatiens hawkeri

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Vinca

Catharanthus roseus

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Nerve damage, seizures, death in severe cases

Periwinkle

Vinca minor

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, seizures, low blood pressure

St. John's Wort

Hypericum perforatum

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Photosensitization, skin irritation in pets

Yarrow

Achillea millefolium

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, depression in pets

Feverfew

Tanacetum parthenium

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, gastrointestinal upset in pets

Tansy

Tanacetum vulgare

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Seizures, liver damage, death in large amounts

Wormwood

Artemisia absinthium

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Seizures, liver damage in pets; GI upset in humans

Mugwort

Artemisia vulgaris

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, mild GI upset in pets

Comfrey

Symphytum officinale

MODERATE
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Liver damage with long-term ingestion in children

Hellebore

Helleborus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, drooling, seizures, heart arrhythmias

Aconite (Wolfsbane)

Aconitum lycoctonum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart failure, paralysis, death - extremely toxic

Squill

Scilla spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, heart arrhythmias

Star of Bethlehem

Ornithogalum umbellatum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, heart issues

Snowdrop

Galanthus spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea if bulbs ingested

Crocus (Spring)

Crocus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic spring crocus; safe for all (different from Autumn Crocus)

Grape Hyacinth

Muscari spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for pets and children

Agave

Agave spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation from sap; vomiting if ingested by pets

Cereus Cactus

Cereus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; physical injury from spines

Prickly Pear

Opuntia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; physical injury from spines and glochids

Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; physical injury from spines

Norfolk Island Pine

Araucaria heterophylla

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats

Vomiting, depression in cats if ingested

Schefflera

Schefflera actinophylla

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Oral irritation, drooling, vomiting in pets

Crown of Thorns

Euphorbia milii

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Skin/mucous irritation from sap, vomiting, diarrhea

Asparagus Fern

Asparagus aethiopicus

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Wandering Jew

Tradescantia zebrina

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, dermatitis in pets

Nerve Plant

Fittonia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Polka Dot Plant

Hypoestes phyllostachya

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Lemon Cypress

Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest'

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Creeping Jenny

Lysimachia nummularia

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Pilea

Pilea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all households

String of Pearls

Senecio rowleyanus

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, liver toxicity in pets

String of Hearts

Ceropegia woodii

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Burro's Tail

Sedum morganianum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent for all

Hens and Chicks

Sempervivum tectorum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent for all

Ghost Plant

Graptopetalum paraguayense

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent for all

Aeonium

Aeonium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent for all

Crassula

Crassula spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, lethargy, incoordination in pets

Graptoveria

Graptoveria spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent for all

Gasteria

Gasteria spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe succulent similar to Aloe

Liriope

Liriope spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe ground cover

Mondo Grass

Ophiopogon japonicus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe grass alternative

Hostas

Hosta spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, depression in pets

Solomon's Seal

Polygonatum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic plant; safe for all (berries mildly laxative)

Jack-in-the-Pulpit

Arisaema triphyllum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral burning, drooling, swelling of mouth and throat

Wild Ginger

Asarum canadense

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic native ground cover

Bittersweet

Celastrus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, weakness from berries/bark

Mayapple

Podophyllum peltatum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, liver damage (all parts except ripe fruit)

Pokeweed

Phytolacca americana

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe gastrointestinal bleeding, seizures, respiratory failure

Moonseed

Menispermum canadense

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Convulsions, respiratory failure - often confused with grapes

Baneberry

Actaea spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe cardiac effects, convulsions, death possible

White Snakeroot

Ageratina altissima

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Trembling disease, liver/heart failure, death

Groundsel

Senecio spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Liver damage, photosensitization in pets

Cineraria

Pericallis x hybrida

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Heather

Calluna vulgaris

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Rosebay Rhododendron

Rhododendron maximum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, drooling, heart failure, coma

Gardenia

Gardenia jasminoides

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Camellia

Camellia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all (tea plant)

Forsythia

Forsythia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Lilac

Syringa spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Mock Orange

Philadelphus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Spirea

Spiraea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Weigela

Weigela spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Buddleia

Buddleja spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe butterfly bush

Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea from berries if ingested in quantity

Pyracantha

Pyracantha spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic berries; physical injury from thorns

Viburnum

Viburnum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Deutzia

Deutzia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Kerria

Kerria japonica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Mahonia

Mahonia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe; berries can cause mild GI upset in large amounts

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, seizures, irritation (fruits/seeds); leaves safer

Linden / Lime Tree

Tilia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Birch

Betula spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Maple

Acer spp.

MILD
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Red maple leaves toxic to horses; safe for most pets/people

Oak

Quercus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney/liver damage from acorns if ingested in large amounts

Walnut

Juglans spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿถ Dogs

GI upset, seizures (black walnut mold) in dogs

Peach / Apricot / Cherry

Prunus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Cyanide poisoning from seeds/leaves; fruit flesh safe

Apple

Malus domestica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic fruit; seeds contain cyanide - avoid in large amounts

Pear

Pyrus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; seeds have trace cyanide - avoid in large amounts

Fig

Ficus carica

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation from sap, GI upset if leaves ingested in pets

Blackberry

Rubus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; safe berry plant for all

Blueberry

Vaccinium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - excellent safe berry for all

Raspberry

Rubus idaeus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe berry for all

Strawberry

Fragaria spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe and healthy for all

Gooseberry

Ribes uva-crispa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; safe berry for all

Currant

Ribes spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic for cats/children; safe for dogs in moderation

Pokeweed (Poke Sallet)

Phytolacca decandra

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe vomiting, seizures, death possible from all parts

Skunk Cabbage

Symplocarpus foetidus

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe burning mouth, drooling, swelling from calcium oxalates

Wild Parsnip

Pastinaca sativa

MODERATE
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe chemical burns from sap + sunlight in children

Giant Hogweed

Heracleum mantegazzianum

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe chemical burns, blindness from sap + sunlight

Buttercup

Ranunculus acris

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Skin irritation, vomiting, diarrhea

Sorrel

Oxalis spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney damage from oxalic acid in large amounts in pets

Clover

Trifolium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - generally safe for all

Dandelion

Taraxacum officinale

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - edible and safe for all

Plantain (Broadleaf)

Plantago major

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - edible weed safe for all

Nettle

Urtica dioica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Physical irritation from stinging hairs; non-toxic when cooked

Dock

Rumex spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney damage from oxalic acid in large amounts in pets

Oxalis

Oxalis triangularis

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney damage from oxalic acid if large amounts ingested by pets

Umbrella Plant

Cyperus alternifolius

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Papyrus

Cyperus papyrus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Cattail

Typha spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe native plant

Rush

Juncus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe water plant

Water Lily

Nymphaea spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

GI upset, kidney problems in cats; vomiting in dogs

Lotus

Nelumbo nucifera

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe sacred plant

Marimo Moss Ball

Aegagropila linnaei

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic algae ball - safe for all

Pothos (Marble Queen)

Epipremnum aureum 'Marble Queen'

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling of mouth/tongue, vomiting

Neon Pothos

Epipremnum aureum 'Neon'

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling of mouth/tongue, vomiting

Heartleaf Philodendron

Philodendron hederaceum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, pain, swelling, drooling, vomiting

Split Leaf Philodendron

Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, drooling, vomiting

Umbrella Tree (Schefflera)

Schefflera arboricola

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Oral irritation, drooling, vomiting in pets

Madagascar Dragon Tree

Dracaena marginata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling, weakness in pets; dilated pupils in cats

Corn Plant

Dracaena fragrans

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, depression, drooling, dilated pupils in cats

Wax Plant

Hoya carnosa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Lipstick Plant

Aeschynanthus radicans

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Columnea

Columnea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Streptocarpus

Streptocarpus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Gloxinia

Sinningia speciosa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Episcia

Episcia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Crossandra

Crossandra infundibuliformis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Ixora

Ixora coccinea

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe tropical shrub

Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild GI irritation from thorns/sap; generally low toxicity

Jasmine

Jasminum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic true jasmine (not False Jasmine/Gelsemium)

False Jasmine (Yellow Jasmine)

Gelsemium sempervirens

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Respiratory failure, seizures, death - highly toxic

Honeysuckle

Lonicera spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; berries may cause mild GI upset in large amounts

Virginia Creeper

Parthenocissus quinquefolia

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, swallowing difficulty from berries

Boston Ivy

Parthenocissus tricuspidata

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea from berries if ingested

Sumac

Rhus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic edible sumac; Poison Sumac (Toxicodendron) is different

Poison Ivy

Toxicodendron radicans

MODERATE
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe contact dermatitis (blisters, rash) in humans; pets generally unaffected

Poison Oak

Toxicodendron diversilobum

MODERATE
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Severe contact dermatitis in humans; pets can transmit to humans

Poison Sumac

Toxicodendron vernix

SEVERE
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Most toxic of the trio - severe systemic reaction possible

Ginger (Culinary)

Zingiber officinale

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe and beneficial herb

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe herb; large amounts may cause GI upset

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats

GI upset in cats if ingested in significant amounts

Aloe Vera (Barbados Aloe)

Aloe vera

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, depression in pets

String of Bananas

Curio radicans

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

GI upset, lethargy in pets

Firecracker Plant

Russelia equisetiformis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Passionflower

Passiflora spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic ornamental; fruits edible. Some varieties mildly sedating.

Canna Lily

Canna spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Gerbera Daisy

Gerbera jamesonii

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe and air-purifying plant

Freesia

Freesia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Alstroemeria

Alstroemeria spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Gastrointestinal upset in pets

Statice

Limonium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Gypsophila (Baby's Breath)

Gypsophila paniculata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Eucalyptus (cut)

Eucalyptus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Drooling, vomiting, weakness if ingested by pets

Banksia

Banksia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Protea

Protea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Bird of Paradise (Caesalpinia)

Caesalpinia gilliesii

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, nausea from pods

Century Plant

Agave americana

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin/mucous irritation from sap, vomiting in pets

Pandan

Pandanus amaryllifolius

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic culinary plant - safe for all

Cordyline

Cordyline spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling, dilated pupils in cats

Ti Plant

Cordyline fruticosa

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling, dilated pupils in cats

Nandina

Nandina domestica

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Cyanide poisoning from berries in quantity; lethal to birds

Abelia

Abelia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Photinia

Photinia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Escallonia

Escallonia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Pittosporum

Pittosporum spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild GI upset in pets

Olearia

Olearia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Callistemon (Bottlebrush)

Callistemon spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Grevillea

Grevillea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all (some mild skin irritation)

Hakea

Hakea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Melaleuca

Melaleuca spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild GI upset; oil form is severely toxic

Leptospermum

Leptospermum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Acacia

Acacia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic generally; some species cause mild GI upset

Mimosa (Silk Tree)

Albizia julibrissin

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, seeds are most toxic

Redbud

Cercis canadensis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Dogwood

Cornus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Magnolia

Magnolia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic - safe for all

Cherry Blossom (Ornamental)

Prunus serrulata

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Cyanide from wilted leaves/seeds; flowers generally safe

Crabapple

Malus sylvestris

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Seeds/leaves contain cyanide; fruit flesh safe in moderation

Serviceberry

Amelanchier spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic edible berries - safe for all

Hawthorn

Crataegus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

Non-toxic; physical injury from thorns; berries safe in moderation

Elderflower / Elderberry

Sambucus nigra

MILD
๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Raw berries/leaves toxic to children; ripe cooked berries safe

Pepper Plant

Capsicum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Cucumber Plant

Cucumis sativus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Zucchini Plant

Cucurbita pepo

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Lettuce

Lactuca sativa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Spinach

Spinacia oleracea

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Carrot Plant

Daucus carota

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Celery

Apium graveolens

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Beet Plant

Beta vulgaris

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Oregano

Origanum vulgare

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Dill

Anethum graveolens

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Fennel

Foeniculum vulgare

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Hibiscus

Hibiscus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Myrtle

Myrtus communis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Oak Tree

Quercus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Kidney failure, vomiting from acorns/bark

Cherry Tree

Prunus serotina

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Cyanide poisoning from pits/leaves - respiratory distress, death

Peach Tree

Prunus persica

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Cyanide from pits - vomiting, difficulty breathing

Apricot Tree

Prunus armeniaca

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Cyanide from pits - gastrointestinal upset, respiratory issues

Apple Tree

Malus domestica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (remove seeds due to cyanide)

Pear Tree

Pyrus communis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Lemon Tree

Citrus limon

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea from peel/fruit oils in pets

Orange Tree

Citrus sinensis

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Upset stomach from essential oils in pets

Birch Tree

Betula spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Maple Tree

Acer spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Dogwood Tree

Cornus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Ash Tree

Fraxinus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Poinsettia Red

Euphorbia pulcherrima (red)

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild skin/mouth irritation, vomiting if ingested

Plantain

Plantago major

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Chickweed

Stellaria media

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Ragweed

Ambrosia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (pollen allergenic)

Stinging Nettle

Urtica dioica

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Skin irritation, burning sensation on contact

Croton

Codiaeum variegatum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation from sap

Frangipani

Plumeria spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Gastrointestinal upset in pets

Passion Flower

Passiflora spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Ostrich Fern

Matteuccia struthiopteris

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Brake Fern

Pteridium aquilinum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Thiamine deficiency, tremors, digestive upset

Climbing Hydrangea

Hydrangea anomala

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

African Daisy

Osteospermum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Aeschynanthus

Aeschynanthus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Aloe Aristata

Aloe aristata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Graptopetalum

Graptopetalum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Sempervivum

Sempervivum spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Crassula Pellucida

Crassula pellucida

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Lily Grass

Liriope muscari

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Black-eyed Susan

Rudbeckia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Phlox

Phlox spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Aster

Aster spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Scindapsus Pictus

Scindapsus pictus

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, drooling, vomiting

Anthurium Clarinervium

Anthurium clarinervium

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, vomiting, drooling

Inch Plant

Tradescantia zebrina

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, vomiting in pets

Creeping Fig

Ficus pumila

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea from sap in pets

Crocus

Crocus sativus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Paperwhite Narcissus

Narcissus papyraceus

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, tremors

Bluebell

Hyacinthoides non-scripta

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain

Prickly Pear Cactus

Opuntia ficus-indica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (spines cause injury)

Mammillaria Cactus

Mammillaria spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (spines cause injury)

Kentia Palm

Howea forsteriana

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Majesty Palm

Ravenea rivularis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Pygmy Date Palm

Phoenix roebelenii

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Wax Begonia

Begonia semperflorens

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling in pets

Rex Begonia

Begonia rex-cultorum

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Ginger

Zingiber officinale

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Chard

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Kale

Brassica oleracea acephala

MILD
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in dogs (high doses)

Broccoli

Brassica oleracea italica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Cabbage

Brassica oleracea capitata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Bean Plant

Phaseolus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (raw beans toxic, cook first)

Pea Plant

Pisum sativum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Squash Plant

Cucurbita spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Melon Plant

Cucumis melo

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Watermelon

Citrullus lanatus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Tarragon

Artemisia dracunculus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Chervil

Anthriscus cerefolium

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Butterfly Bush

Buddleja davidii

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Pampas Grass

Cortaderia selloana

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (sharp edges)

Fountain Grass

Pennisetum setaceum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Bamboo Grass

Bambusa vulgaris

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (true bamboo)

Sedum Acre

Sedum acre

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Jade Succulent

Crassula ovata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, depression in pets

Lithops

Lithops spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Burro's Tail Sedum

Sedum morganianum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Red Fittonia

Fittonia albivenis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Alocasia

Alocasia spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, drooling, vomiting

Fan Flower

Scaevola spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Guava

Psidium guajava

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Mango Tree

Mangifera indica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (fruit safe, skin may irritate)

Papaya

Carica papaya

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Pineapple Plant

Ananas comosus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Banana Plant

Musa spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Grapevine

Vitis spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿถ Dogs

Kidney failure in dogs - fatal

Strawberry Plant

Fragaria spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Raspberry Plant

Rubus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Blackberry Plant

Rubus fruticosus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Blueberry Plant

Vaccinium corymbosum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Coconut Palm

Cocos nucifera

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Clivia/Bush Lily

Clivia miniata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Aloe Variegata

Aloe variegata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Jade Tree

Crassula ovata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, depression in pets

Plumbago

Plumbago auriculata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Azalea Pink

Rhododendron spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, heart failure possible

White Calla Lily

Zantedeschia aethiopica

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, vomiting

Poinsettia White

Euphorbia pulcherrima (white)

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild irritation, vomiting if ingested

Poinsettia Pink

Euphorbia pulcherrima (pink)

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Mild irritation, vomiting if ingested

Primrose

Primula spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation

Poppy

Papaver spp.

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, tremors, seizures - opioid toxicity

Columbine

Aquilegia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Foxglove Pink

Digitalis purpurea

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart arrhythmias, vomiting, seizures

Liatris

Liatris spicata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Lupine Purple

Lupinus spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Liver damage in dogs, seed toxicity

Cornflower

Centaurea cyanus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Delphinium Pink

Delphinium spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Heart arrhythmias, weakness

Astilbe Red

Astilbe spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Hosta Blue

Hosta spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Heliconia Red

Heliconia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Canna Lily Red

Canna indica

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Gladiolus

Gladiolus spp.

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Montbretia

Crocosmia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Gaillardia

Gaillardia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Scarlet Sage

Salvia splendens

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Veronica

Veronica spicata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Hollyhock

Alcea rosea

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Cosmos

Cosmos spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Annual Larkspur

Delphinium ajacis

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, weakness, heart issues

Pincushion Flower

Scabiosa spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Lisianthus

Eustoma grandiflorum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Coral Bells

Heuchera spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Brunnera

Brunnera macrophylla

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Dianthus

Dianthus spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Sweet William

Dianthus barbatus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Geum

Geum coccineum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Potentilla

Potentilla spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Lady's Mantle

Alchemilla mollis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Hardy Geranium

Geranium sanguineum

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Bellflower

Campanula spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Catmint

Nepeta spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all (stimulates cats like catnip)

Germander

Teucrium chamaedrys

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Spearmint

Mentha spicata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in pets (oil-based)

Horehound

Marrubium vulgare

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Betony

Stachys officinalis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Marjoram

Origanum majorana

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Santolina

Santolina chamaecyparissus

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Artemisia

Artemisia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Dusty Miller

Senecio cineraria

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Rue

Ruta graveolens

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Skin irritation, photosensitivity, vomiting

Asafetida

Ferula assa-foetida

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Epipremnum Neon

Epipremnum aureum neon

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, vomiting, drooling

Monstera Deliciosa Variegata

Monstera deliciosa variegata

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, vomiting

Philodendron Pink Princess

Philodendron erubescens

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, vomiting

Tradescantia Pallida

Tradescantia pallida

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Skin irritation, vomiting in pets

Syngonium Pink

Syngonium podophyllum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, drooling, vomiting

Aglaonema Red

Aglaonema commutatum

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Oral irritation, vomiting in pets

Raphidophora Tetrasperma

Raphidophora tetrasperma

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, swelling, vomiting

Scaphifglottis Undulatifolia

Scaphoglottis undulatifolia

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Christmas Cactus Pink

Schlumbergera truncata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Easter Cactus

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Phalaenopsis Orchid

Phalaenopsis spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Cattleya Orchid

Cattleya spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Dendrobium Orchid

Dendrobium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Ficus Benghalensis

Ficus benghalensis

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, skin irritation in pets

Ficus Retusa

Ficus retusa

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, diarrhea in pets

Caladium Red

Caladium bicolor

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Oral irritation, drooling, vomiting

Guzmania

Guzmania spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Tillandsia

Tillandsia spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Vriesea

Vriesea spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Begonia Maculata

Begonia maculata

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Vomiting, drooling in pets

Hoya Carnosa

Hoya carnosa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Hoya Bella

Hoya bella

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Stapelia Variegata

Stapelia variegata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Milkweed

Asclepias spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Solanum Pseudocapsicum Orange

Solanum pseudocapsicum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, seizures from berries

Thanksgiving Cactus

Schlumbergera truncata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Aloe Saponaria

Aloe saponaria

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Haworthia Attenuata

Haworthia attenuata

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Tuberose

Polianthes tuberosa

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Snowflake

Leucojum vernum

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, tremors

Glory of the Snow

Chionodoxa spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Striped Squill

Puschkinia scilloides

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Anemone Flower

Anemone spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Wake Robin

Trillium spp.

โœ… Safe
โœ… Safe for all

None - safe for all

Oxalis Triangularis

Oxalis triangularis

MILD
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs

Gastrointestinal upset, tremors in pets (oxalic acid)

Erythrina Coral Tree

Erythrina spp.

MODERATE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, diarrhea, weakness

Ricinus Castor Oil Plant

Ricinus communis

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Vomiting, internal bleeding - extremely toxic

Coriaria

Coriaria myrtifolia

SEVERE
๐Ÿฑ Cats ๐Ÿถ Dogs ๐Ÿ‘ถ Children

Seizures, tremors, death possible

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