Having plants throughout your home can make your space feel earthy and relaxing. But if you’re a pet owner, you have to pay extra attention when picking out your houseplant, as many popular plants can be toxic to cats and dogs if they happen to nibble on a bite of foliage.
You can still craft a green space even if you do have a furry friend at home — just make sure to choose the right types of plants to adorn your space. Thankfully, there are plenty of beautiful and vibrant house plants that are pet-friendly.
Here are 10 houseplants that will liven up your home while keeping your animals safe and happy.
Calatheas: The Sill Calathea Medallion $67
Calathea plants, sometimes referred to as prayer plants because of the way their leaves fold up at night, are non-toxic to both cats and dogs and add a pop of color to your space. An added bonus: they can tolerate lower-light spaces.
Spider Plant: Rooted Ethel Spider Plant
Spider plants are some of the easiest plants to care for, and they look especially adorable hanging from a basket. Once your plant grows, it will even produce baby spiderette plants that you can easily propagate.
Peperomia Obtusifolia: The Sill Peperomia Obtusifolia $36
Also known as “the baby rubber plant” because of its thick leaves, this succulent is low-maintenance and won’t harm your pet. Keep it in a sunny spot, and if you’re lucky, it might produce some flowers.
Parlor Palm: Rooted Paul M. Parlor Palm $16
The parlor palm is perfect for pets and plant-growing beginners. They are slow-growing, but they can handle a variety of light situations and temperatures.
Haworthia: The Sill Haworthia Zebra $27
This little succulent, often referred to as the zebra plant, is not only pet-safe but drought tolerant. Resembling mini aloes, with a sprinkling of stripes, a haworthia can add a pop of fun to your space.
Portulacaria Afra: Rooted Portia Elephant Bush $16
Another succulent, the portulacaria afra is known for its thick red stems and little green leaves. It’s also referred to as the “elephant bush,” since elephants tend to snack on it in the wild.
Pilea Peperomioides: The Sill Pilea Peperomioides $29
The pilea peperomioides, also known as the “Chinese money plant,” is not only cute but safe for all your cuddle creatures. As a self-propagator, it produces baby “pups” around the soil of the plant.
Bird’s Nest Fern: Rooted Fernie Birds Nest Fern $30
This tropical houseplant has wavy fronds and won’t pose a problem to any pets, even if consumed. It’s forgiving and low-maintenance, which makes it a great plant for beginners.
Lipstick Plant ‘Black Pagoda’: Rooted Mariah Lipstick Black Pagoda
This one is a low-maintenance, flowering plant with dark purple marks underneath its leaves. It can handle low light and adds a little magic to your home.
Petite White Orchid: The Sill Petite White Orchid $75
Orchids are a classic, and they make the perfect addition to a pet-filled household. Also known as the beginner orchid, this plant is one of the easiest varieties of orchids to grow as a houseplant.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
