Pet Friendly Plants

Yes, pothos plants are toxic to cats.  Epipremnum aureum, commonly known as pothos plant, comes in many different monikers. It is also known as golden pothos, Ceylon creeper, house plant, hunter’s robe, ivy arum, marble queen, money plant, satin pothos, silver vine, silk pothos, Solomon Islands ivy, taro vine, and devil’s ivy or vine. It… Continue reading Are Pothos Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, zebra plants are not poisonous to cats. Zebra plants got its moniker because of the white striped patterns found on its pointy green leaves. Its scientific name is Haworthiopsis attenuata, but it was formerly known as Haworthia attenuata. Even if its sturdy foliage looks similar to aloe, this type of plant does not have… Continue reading Are Zebra Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, avocado plants are mildly toxic to cats.  Persea americana, or avocado, are evergreen trees that bear delicious fruits of the same name. Originally native to Mexico and Central America, these plants are now cultivated around the world and are highly regarded for their edible produce. They can come in various shapes (pear, egg, or… Continue reading Are Avocado Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, fiddle leaf plants are toxic to cats.  Fiddle leaf, fiddle leaf figs, or fiddle fig plants are ornamental plants that belong to the Moraceae family. They’re different from the extremely rare Philodendron bipennifolium, which are also sometimes called Fiddle-Leaf. The fiddle leaf fig is native to West Africa, with vibrant foliage that look like… Continue reading Are Fiddle Leaf Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, strawberry plants are not poisonous to cats. Strawberries belong to the hybrid species of the genus Fragaria. Because of their non-toxic nature, cat owners can grow strawberry plants in their backyard. These plants thrive in well-drained sandy loam soil, but they can also be grown indoors in pots. When they bear red, tart fruits,… Continue reading Are Strawberry Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, philodendron plants are toxic to dogs.  A member of the Araceae family, the Philodendron genus has over 489 plant species. Its name comes from two Greek words “philo” and “dendron,” which mean love and tree. The plants from this genus are known for having huge leaves that alternatively grow on the stems. Philodendron plants… Continue reading Are Philodendron Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, zucchini plants are not toxic to dogs. Zucchini is an edible produce that comes from the plant of the same name. Belonging to the Cucurbita genus, zucchini is also called courgette or baby marrow. Its fruit may vary in colours such as green, orange, and yellow, and can grow as long as three feet.  … Continue reading Are Zucchini Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Some ivy plants are toxic to dogs.  There are about 20 different ivy plants belonging to various families and genera. A popular one is hedera, which has approximately 15 species of evergreen climbing or creeping plants. Another is pothos, otherwise known as ivy arum, Solomon Islands ivy, and devil’s ivy. According to the American Society… Continue reading Are Ivy Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, schefflera plants are toxic to dogs.  The Schefflera genus belongs to the Araliaceae family. A couple of its species are grown as ornamental houseplants. The most well-known ones are Schefflera actinophylla (umbrella tree) and Schefflera arboricola (dwarf umbrella tree). Some variants have even gained popularity over the years due to their purple or variegated… Continue reading Are Schefflera Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, blueberry plants are non-toxic to dogs. Blueberry is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Ericaceae family, under the Vaccinium genus. It bears blue or purple-coloured berries that are consumed by humans as fruits. Dogs can also enjoy eating fresh blueberries. However, avoid giving mushy, discolored, or moldy ones. Native to North America,… Continue reading Are Blueberry Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, coffee plants are toxic to cats.  Coffee plants are flowering plants that belong to the Rubiaceae family. Some of their flowering species produce seeds, which become the caffeinated beverage. At present, there are over 120 species grown and traded around the world. Two of the most popular species are Coffea arabica and Coffea canephora… Continue reading Are Coffee Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, hoya plants are not toxic to cats. Named after the botanist Thomas Hoy, hoya plants are also called wax plant, wax vine, waxflower, Hindu Rope Plant, and Porcelain Flower. This genus has more than 500 species that grow in countries such as Australia, India, Philippines, and Thailand. The tropical plants are mostly evergreen perennial… Continue reading Are Hoya Plants Toxic to Cats?