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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?

Yes, dracaena plants are toxic to cats.  Belonging to the family Asparagaceae, Dracaena is a plant genus that has about 120 species. These succulent shrubs and trees commonly grow in Africa, Asia, Australia, and Central America. Dracaena fragrans (corn plant), Dracaena surculosa (gold dust), Dracaena marginata (dragon tree), and Dracaena sanderiana (lucky bamboo) are well-known… Continue reading Are Dracaena Plants Toxic to Cats?

Some pepper plants are poisonous to cats.  A member of the nightshade family Solanaceae, Capsicum or peppers are flowering plants that bear fruits. They come in many sizes, colours, and spice levels, and are edible for humans. However, cats cannot consume some kinds of peppers, especially chili peppers that pack a lot of heat.  When… Continue reading Are Pepper Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, nerve plants are not toxic to cats. Fittonia or nerve plants are flowering plants from the Acanthaceae family. Its other monikers include jewel plant, mosaic plant, silver nerve, and silver threads. Common nerve plant varieties include F. albivenis and F. verschaffeltii, which have highly contrasting veins in white or pink on their green leaves. … Continue reading Are Nerve Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, peace lily plants are toxic to cats.  Belonging to the Araceae family, peace lily plants are also known as spath lilies due to their scientific name, Spathiphyllum. There are approximately 47 species of this flowering plant that commonly grows in tropical areas. They are popular for having flowers in spadix form—tiny blooms that spring… Continue reading Are Peace Lily Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, Chinese evergreen plants are toxic to cats.  Chinese evergreens or Aglaonema are flowering plants that belong to the Araceae family. Native to Asia and New Guinea, these perennials are popular houseplants due to their aesthetic look, resilient nature, and the good fortune they bring. Depending on the species and cultivar, they may have lush… Continue reading Are Chinese Evergreen Plants Toxic to Cats?

Some umbrella plants are poisonous to cats.  Wikipedia lists six unrelated plant species as umbrella plants. These include Cyperus alternifolius, Darmera peltata, Diphylleia cymosa, Eriogonum longifolium var. harperi, Podophyllum peltatum, and Schefflera arboricola.  According to both the ASPCA and Animal Poisons Helpline, the Schefflera arboricola or umbrella tree is toxic to pets. The ornamental plant… Continue reading Are Umbrella Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, polka dot plants are not toxic to cats.  Popular for its bespeckled leaves, the polka dot plant comes from the family Acanthaceae. Also called measles plant, baby’s tears, and freckle face, its scientific name is Hypoestes phyllostachya. This unique-looking plant is native to countries such as Madagascar, South Africa, and Southeast Asia. Its spotted… Continue reading Are Polka Dot Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, lavender plants are toxic to cats.  Belonging to the mint family Lamiaceae, the lavender plant is popular for its fragrant, purple-coloured flowers. This plant has many purposes ranging from culinary and cosmetic to therapeutic and ornamental. The most widely cultivated species of the lavender is called Lavandula angustifolia. It is also known as common… Continue reading Are Lavender Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, money plants are non-toxic to cats.  A member of the family Malvaceae, Pachira aquatica is commercially sold worldwide as the money plant or money tree. It is said that a poor man prayed for financial abundance, discovered the plant, took it home, and earned money from growing its seeds. Aside from money plant, it… Continue reading Are Money Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, corn plants are toxic to cats.  Corn plants are common household plants that are not safe for cats. Its scientific name is Dracaena fragrans, but it is also known as compact dracaena, cornstalk dracaena/plant, dracaena, dragon tree, and ribbon plant. It’s a beautiful plant that bears flowers and fruits and has long, glossy leaves. … Continue reading Are Corn Plants Toxic to Cats?