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It depends. Belonging to the grass family Poaceae, true bamboo species are known for their tall, hollow stems that can reach towering heights. ASPCA states that the species Phyllostachys aurea is safe for cats, dogs, and horses. It also has other monikers such as fairyland bamboo, fishpole bamboo, golden bamboo, and monk’s belly bamboo. On… Continue reading Are Bamboo Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, croton plants are mildly toxic to cats.  The Codiaeum variegatum is a gorgeous plant that falls under the genus Codiaeum. It’s also known as garden croton, fire croton, and variegated croton. Native to countries such as Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia, this garden plant is different from the genus Croton that contains over 700 species. … Continue reading Are Croton Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, tomato plants are toxic to cats.  Known as Solanum lycopersicum, the tomato plant bears the red, plump fruits that humans love to eat. However, they are actually unsafe for cats to eat. The fleshy fruits as well as the entire plant contains solanine, a glycoalkaloid poison found in species of the nightshade family. This… Continue reading Are Tomato Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, wandering Jew plants are mildly toxic to cats.  Tradescantia belongs to the family of creeping plants called Commelinaceae. The herbaceous perennial wildflower has about 85 species. This includes the Tradescantia zebrina, which is commonly called wandering Jew plant or silver inch plant. Previously called Zebrina pendula, this fast growing ground cover is known for… Continue reading Are Wandering Jew Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, calathea plants are not toxic to cats. Calathea is a genus of flowering plants with approximately 60 species to date. Similar to prayer plants, they belong to the family Marantaceae and are native to the tropical Americas. Many homeowners grow them because of their vibrant and striped leaves. On ASPCA’s online list of toxic… Continue reading Are Calathea Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, monstera plants are toxic to cats.  Native to the tropical regions of the Americas, monsteras come from the family Araceae. The plant is known for its large, unusual leaves that have holes in them. It can grow as tall as 66 feet into the soil or by attaching itself onto trees. The most popular… Continue reading Are Monstera Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, prayer plants are not toxic to cats. Prayer plants are non-poisonous for cats and dogs, so they can be safely grown indoors by pet parents. The plant got its name from their leaves that fold together in a prayer position at night. Belonging to the family Marantaceae, they’re found in lowland tropical forests predominantly… Continue reading Are Prayer Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, air plants are not poisonous to cats. There are about 650 species of the beautiful Tillandsia. They earned the name air plants for their ability to grow without soil and thrive on any type of surface. These evergreens were originally found in deserts, forests, and mountains in the North American region. Multiple sources reveal… Continue reading Are Air Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, ZZ plants are mildly toxic to cats.  Short for Zamioculcas zamiifolia, the ZZ plant is a tropical perennial plant that originated from Africa. It is also called aroid palm, emerald palm, eternity plant, Zanzibar gem, and Zuzu plant. The plant is known for its stiff, glossy, oval-shaped leaves that grow upwards. It is a… Continue reading Are ZZ Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, aloe plants are toxic to cats.  The Aloe genus contains about 650 different species of flowering succulents. This includes aloe vera or true aloe, which can grow in a wide range of climates. Aloe plants can be grown indoors and outdoors. Not only do they look beautiful, but they also serve other purposes ranging… Continue reading Are Aloe Plants Toxic to Cats?

No, spider plants are not poisonous to cats. Spider plants are named as such because of the way their long, thin leaves grow and fall to the ground. Its scientific name is Chlorophytum comosum, but it is also known as spider ivy, common spider plant, anthericum, and ribbon plant. Both ASPCA and PetMD state that… Continue reading Are Spider Plants Toxic to Cats?

Yes, jade plants are mildly toxic to cats.  Part of the Crassulaceae family, the jade plant goes by many names. People also know it as baby jade, dwarf/Chinese rubber plant, lucky plant, money plant, and money tree. The plant’s signature feature is its thick, shiny, fleshy dark green leaves that grow upwards in opposing pairs.… Continue reading Are Jade Plants Toxic to Cats?