| Spider Plant |
Variegated, Curly |
Spider Ivy, Ribbon Plant |
Yes |
Non-toxic; safe for both cats and dogs. |
Thrives in indirect light, moderate watering. |
| Boston Fern |
Nephrolepis exaltata |
Sword Fern |
Yes |
Non-toxic and safe for pets, adds lush greenery to any space. |
Keep soil moist, place in indirect light, prefers humidity. |
| Areca Palm |
Dypsis lutescens |
Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane Palm |
Yes |
Non-toxic, air-purifying, and pet-safe. |
Bright, indirect light, regular watering to keep soil moist. |
| Calathea |
Medallion, Orbifolia, Zebrina |
Peacock Plant, Prayer Plant |
Yes |
Vibrant, patterned leaves, non-toxic, and safe for pets. |
Indirect light, consistent moisture in soil, prefers humidity. |
| Parlor Palm |
Chamaedorea elegans |
Neanthe Bella Palm |
Yes |
Non-toxic, low maintenance, air-purifying. |
Low to bright indirect light, minimal watering. |
| Bird’s Nest Fern |
Asplenium nidus |
Crispy Wave Fern |
Yes |
Safe for pets, wavy fronds add texture, thrives in humidity. |
Prefers humid environments, indirect light, and moist soil. |
| African Violet |
Saintpaulia |
Cape Marigold, House Violet |
Yes |
Beautiful flowers, non-toxic, safe for pets. |
Moderate to bright indirect light, regular watering. |
| Prayer Plant |
Maranta leuconeura |
Rabbit Tracks |
Yes |
Unique folding leaves, pet-friendly, adds dynamic movement to indoor spaces. |
Indirect light, water regularly, keep soil moist. |
| Fittonia (Nerve Plant) |
Hypoestes phyllostachya |
Mosaic Plant |
Yes |
Striking leaf patterns, non-toxic, safe for pets. |
Requires high humidity, indirect light, and moist soil. |
| Cast Iron Plant |
Aspidistra elatior |
Bar Room Plant |
Yes |
Hardy and tolerant, low-maintenance, non-toxic. |
Grows in low light, occasional watering, tolerates neglect. |
| Chinese Money Plant |
Pilea peperomioides |
Pancake Plant, UFO Plant |
Yes |
Pet-friendly, easy to grow, non-toxic. |
Indirect light, allow soil to dry out between waterings. |
| Boston Fern |
Nephrolepis exaltata |
Sword Fern |
Yes |
Lush greenery, non-toxic, safe for pets. |
Moist soil, bright indirect light, enjoys humidity. |
| Polka Dot Plant |
Hypoestes phyllostachya |
Freckle Face Plant |
Yes |
Bright, spotted leaves, safe for pets. |
Bright, indirect light, keep soil consistently moist. |
| Dwarf Banana Plant |
Musa acuminata |
Dwarf Cavendish |
Yes |
Pet-safe, can produce edible bananas indoors if cared for well. |
Bright indirect light, moist soil, high humidity. |
| Hoya (Wax Plant) |
Hoya carnosa, Krimson Queen |
Porcelain Flower |
Yes |
Non-toxic, beautiful waxy leaves, safe for pets. |
Indirect light, moderate watering, well-draining soil. |
| Maidenhair Fern |
Adiantum raddianum |
Venus Hair Fern |
Yes |
Non-toxic, delicate and safe for pets. |
Bright indirect light, regular watering, high humidity. |
| Air Plant |
Tillandsia |
Sky Plant |
Yes |
No soil required, non-toxic, safe for pets. |
Mist regularly, keep in bright indirect light, no soil required. |
| Staghorn Fern |
Platycerium bifurcatum |
Elkhorn Fern |
Yes |
Pet-safe, non-toxic, often mounted on walls for decor. |
Indirect light, regular misting, humid environment. |
| Christmas Cactus |
Schlumbergera bridgesii |
Holiday Cactus |
Yes |
Non-toxic, pet-safe, and produces beautiful blooms during the holidays. |
Indirect light, moderate watering, and well-draining soil. |
| Bird of Paradise |
Strelitzia reginae |
Crane Flower |
Yes |
Safe for pets, large, striking foliage adds a tropical touch to interiors. |
Bright indirect light, water when top inch of soil is dry. |
| Fiddle Leaf Fig |
Ficus lyrata |
Banjo Fig |
No |
Toxic to pets, causes oral irritation and vomiting. |
Bright indirect light, moderate watering. |
| Peace Lily |
Spathiphyllum spp. |
White Sails |
No |
Toxic to pets, causes vomiting and mouth irritation. |
Indirect light, keep soil moist, prefers humidity. |
| Snake Plant |
Sansevieria trifasciata |
Mother-in-law’s Tongue |
No |
Toxic to pets, causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. |
Low light tolerance, occasional watering. |
| Pothos (Devil’s Ivy) |
Epipremnum aureum |
Money Plant, Golden Pothos |
No |
Toxic, causes oral irritation and vomiting if ingested. |
Low to bright indirect light, allow soil to dry between waterings. |
