Pet Friendly Plants

No, cucumber plants are not toxic to cats. Cucumber, or cucumis sativus, is a widely grown creeping vine plant from the family Cucurbitaceae. It originated from South Asia, but is now cultivated in most continents. The annual plant grows large leaves and cylindrical fruits, which are sold and eaten as vegetables.  Just like dog parents,… Continue reading Are Cucumber Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, pumpkin plants are non-toxic to dogs. Used interchangeably with squash and gourd, the term pumpkin refers to mature fruits from cultivars of the Cucurbita plant. Pumpkin plants are native to North America, and are grown not just for their culinary purposes. Its orange-coloured variants have become closely associated with Halloween. However, its slightly ribbed… Continue reading Are Pumpkin Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, pineapple plants are non-toxic to dogs. Pineapple plants are classified under the Bromeliaceae family and Ananas genus. This plant is native to South America, but has been commercially grown in many tropical environments. Scientifically called Ananas comosus, the shrub bears edible fruits of the same name. Wikipedia states that A. comosus ‘Variegatus’ is typically… Continue reading Are Pineapple Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, yucca plants are toxic to dogs.  A genus of perennial shrubs and trees, Yucca belongs to the family Asparagaceae and subfamily Agavoideae. There are currently 50 recognized species of the Yucca plant. They generally have long, sword-shaped leaves arranged in a circular form. Thriving in hot, arid environments, yucca plants are native to countries… Continue reading Are Yucca Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, squash plants are non-toxic to dogs. Squash plants belong to the Cucurbita genus, which all fall under the Cucurbitaceae or gourd family. Most of its species bear fruits and flowers, and have herbaceous vines and tendrils. Widely cultivated because of its edible produce, the squash is a great source of nutrients. It is typically… Continue reading Are Squash Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Some wallflower plants are toxic to dogs.  Wallflower, or erysimum, is a genus of flowering plants under the family Brassicaceae. They are native to places such as Europe, southwest Asia, and Africa. There are about 150 wild and cultivated species, some of which can live for more than two years. The plant generally bears beautiful… Continue reading Are Wallflower Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, China doll plants are not toxic to cats. China doll plants are native to the mountainous areas of south China and Taiwan. Also called serpent tree or emerald tree, its scientific name is Radermachera sinica. Because of its abundant, glossy, and feathery leaves, many people grow the China doll plant as an indoor houseplant.… Continue reading Are China Doll Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, schefflera plants are toxic to cats.  The Schefflera is a genus of flowering plants and a member of the Araliaceae family. The dwarf umbrella tree (Schefflera arboricola) and umbrella tree (Schefflera actinophylla) are two of its most popular species sold as tropical houseplants. Apart from dwarf umbrella and umbrella tree, the schefflera plant is… Continue reading Are Schefflera Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, lipstick plants are not toxic to cats. The lipstick plant or lipstick vine’s scientific name is Aeschynanthus humilis. It grows bright red buds that emerge from calyces, making them appear like extended lipstick tubes. Native to China, the lipstick plant belongs to the genus Aeschynanthus. This genus has about 150 species of evergreen flowering… Continue reading Are Lipstick Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, ficus plants are toxic to cats.  Collectively known as figs or fig trees, Ficus is a genus of trees, shrubs, and vines belonging to the family Moraceae. These plants are easy to recognise because of their aerial roots that grow near the surface. They also have fruits that grow as an inflorescence or a… Continue reading Are Ficus Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, fuchsia plants are not poisonous to cats. Consisting of small trees and shrubs, fuchsia plants are a genus of flowering plants. Mostly native to South America, they are cultivated in cool temperate to tropical zones. The plant shows off decorative teardrop-shaped flowers, typically in red and purple. Some varieties even bear fruits. However, these… Continue reading Are Fuchsia Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, blackberry plants are non-toxic to dogs. The blackberry fruit comes from the plant of the same name. It belongs to the Rosaceae family, and falls under the Rubus genus. The perennial plant can bear tasty fruits as well as beautiful flowers. But if unmanaged, it can grow to form dense arching stems with sharp… Continue reading Are Blackberry Plants Toxic to Dogs?