17 Common Houseplants That Are NON-TOXIC To Cats

hey Gat lovers and welcome back to another video as a cat Guardian you are probably aware that lots of house plants are not safe for cats as they contain components that are toxic when ingested or touched this does not bode well for those of us who are both cat lovers and plant lovers luckily there are plenty of beautiful unique house plants that are safe for cats to be around now let's reveal 17 Common housee plants that are non-toxic to cats number one roses roses are one of the most popular flowers that are safe for cats

to be around their leaves stems and petals are all safe for cats however they still shouldn't be ingested because although they aren't toxic they may cause a stomach ache plus make sure to watch out for the Thorns roses are notoriously prickly plants so it's a good idea to keep them out of your cat's reach anyway as for their care roses are quite easy to look after they have a reputation for being difficult to grow but if provided the right conditions they are very low maintenance as such roses are a perfect option to add beautiful color

to your home while keeping your beloved cat safe number two hibiscus hibiscus also commonly known as Rose of Sharon or Rose of China is another popular house plant that is safe for cats there are some claims online that habiscus plants are toxic to pets but this information is unfounded reputable sources like the ASPCA report that habiscus is in fact non-toxic and for cats the general consensus is that hibiscus is not toxic to cats but it may cause digestive issues like nausea or diarrhea if large amounts are ingested however the same goes for most plants toxic

or non-toxic as cats are obligate carnivores so while it is perfectly safe for your cat to be around hibiscus plants you should avoid putting the plant in an area where your cat can eat it number three sunflower sunflowers are iconic plants known to symbolize happiness and cheer they are also safe for cats making them a perfect addition to your home sunflowers are not only safer cats but they are very easy to grow from seeds they grow quickly and they are known for being hearty they can live in many different kinds of soil and they don't

need to be watered very often to provide your sunflower with the best growing conditions place it in direct sunlight as the name suggest sunflowers love the sun plus their heads follow the sun throughout the day in one of the most well-known and fascinating examples of heliotropism number four impatience impatients are a subtle but beautiful variation of flowers that are safe for cats they make excellent house plants as they thrive in semi- Shady or Shady environments as for their care impatients are considered relatively low-maintenance plants while they do require consistent watering and good draining they don't

need very much attention as such they can make an excellent addition to your household without requiring too much effort on your behalf plus their flowers come in a variety of different shades including pink purple red white and yellow number five five Orchid the Orchid is a well-known and Incredibly diverse family of over 20,000 species found around the world they make very popular house plants because of their beautiful blooms and interesting designs they are relatively easy to care for and Bloom for about 3 months every year make sure to avoid overwatering your orchid as overwatering is

much more likely to harm your orchid than underwatering the best part about orchids is that they are safe for cats you can enjoy the beauty of your orchid plants with the knowledge that your cat is safe in its presence number six bromeliads bromeliads have incredibly unique and beautiful blooms as their flowers are stunning in both color and structure plus they are safe and non-toxic for cats despite their elaborate appearance RADS are relatively easy to care for however they do require a specific set of circumstances to bloom romads only bloom once in their lifespan and it

can take up to 3 years for them to mature to bloom Brads require certain temperatures humidity levels lighting conditions and soil oil however they do not require much day-to-day maintenance as they don't need to be watered very frequently number seven baby's breath baby's breath a dainty and romantic flowering plant is a great option that is both beautiful and safe for cats to be around however it has been known to cause some gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting or diarrhea if ingested by cats like all the plants on this list it should be kept a safe distance away

from your cat as cats are not meant to eat it if your cat does just baby's breath or any other non-toxic plant it may experience some digestive trouble but nothing serious baby's breath comes in both annual and perennial variations and it is known for being low maintenance and beginner friendly they only require good lighting but other than that baby's breath plants almost take care of themselves number eight golden bamboo golden bamboo commonly referred to as fishpole bamboo is another common house plant that is well regarded and beautiful you may be surprised to see bamboo listed

as a flowering plant as it is not known for its blossoms however bamboo does in fact flower just not very often most species of bamboo take 65 to 120 years to flower as such flowering is very rare in bamboo house plants it is very important to note that lucky bamboo a very common house plant is not actually a species of bamboo lucky bamboo actually belongs to the Drina genus and it is toxic to cats golden bamboo on the other hand is perfect safe and non-toxic cats number nine hooria succulents like hooria tend to make excellent

house plants for those with less time on their hands to spend on plant upkeep succulents generally require very little care and are very self-sufficient orthia is no exception this beautiful plant has unique leaves and improves any space that it is in it is very easy to care for is slow growing and best of all is safe for cats number 10 eav ARA eavara is one of the most recognizable succulents beloved for its unique rosette Leaf design and simply beautiful like many succulents eavara is native to the desert therefore it is very hearty and does not

require much upkeep eavara does love sunlight though so make sure to put it in a location where it can soak up lots of light aside from that it is only important to make sure not to let water sit to prevent root rot number 11 ponytail palm among the most beautiful and unique succulents is the ponytail palm many plant lovers will be relieved to learn that the ponytail palm is safe for cats to be around it makes a beautiful addition to any space and it is a plant that is native to areas in eastern Mexico like

the other succulents on this list ponytail palm plants do not need very much water or maintenance to thrive they only require water every week or so and they will grow beautifully number 12 ghost plant the ghost plant is quite an unusual but incredibly stunning succulent that is sure to catch the eye the succulent is native to Mexico and it is unique due to its sprawling stems the ghost plant grows rosettes in a similar appearance to the acaria but multiple of these rosettes will grow attached to the same Vine the ghost plant consists of several of

these long stems covered in rosettes they often drape over the sides of pots or Cascade down walls as such the ghost plant is wonderfully unique and an excellent house plant to enrich your Decor number 13 dragon fruit Cactus the dragon fruit Cactus is a favorite among succulents lovers and it is made even better by the fact that it is safe for cats as the name suggests the dragon fruit Cactus Bears dragon fruits it properly maintained and cared for you can enjoy beautiful and ripe fruits from your dragon fruit Cactus even better the dragon fruit Cactus

is relatively beginner friendly like other succulents it does not require very much water as long as you keep your dragon fruit cactus in the proper temperature and lighting conditions you are on your way to Growing some delicious dragon fruits number 14 hens and chicks hens and chicks are Timeless succulents that are easy to care for and safe for cats to be around the name is due to the unique Arrangements of the rosettes on the plant there will usually be a larger rosette the hen that is surrounded by smaller rosettes the chicks in varying patterns and

Designs the succulent is unique and beautiful and it can even change color depending on the conditions of its environment some hens and chicks have been known to turn varying degrees of red from red tips to the entire leaves turning red number 15 spider plant spider plant is a very well-known house plant that is beloved for its unique foliage and quain colors as a bonus spider plants are very easy to care for and friendly for beginners the spider plant is made up of long thin leaves the leaves are great at storing water so the spider plant

can survive for extended periods without watering you should aim to water your spider plant around once a week there are lots of different variations of spider plants that have unique colorings and patterns some of those popular variations include white stripe which features white Lin down the center of its leaves and varag gotum whose leaves have white margins there are plenty more beautiful variations of the spider plant that are beloved and admired number 16 rattlesnake plant the rattlesnake plant is an excellent house plant that is adored for its unique leaves and coloration the foliage plant features

unique wavy leaves that are typically striped its leaves are often various shades of green with a reddish Underside it should be noted that while wild rattlesnake plants often grow small yellowish flow flowers it is very rare for indoor rattlesnake plants to bloom however their leaves are beautiful on their own While most of the plants on this list are very beginner friendly the rattlesnake plant is for those who want to take on more of a challenge it can be very particular when it comes to its growing conditions specifically temperature lighting and humidity native to Tropical regions

the rattlesnake plant requires high heat and humidity to thrive but it is worth it when you see its beautiful and unique leaves in full effect number 17 parlor Palm The Parlor Palm is an excellent upright house plant that is safe for cats the Palm though a slow grower can reach Heights of 2 to 6 feet when grown indoors it can grow as tall as 16 ft Outdoors like the rattlesnake plant The Parlor Palm has specific care requirements while it is not the most beginner friendly it is incredibly rewarding plant to grow not only does it

have stunning and unique leaves but it also is an excellent plant for purifying and cleaning your air as such it is not only safe to put in a space that you and your cat share but benefit official now that we've gone over the list it's time for cat of the week this video's cat of the week is Big Suk his Guardian says we adopted big Suk from our local shelter 8 years ago he was an older cat but the minute I met him I knew I had to bring him home he quickly adjusted and became

part of the family he loves snuggling and despite his old age is quite playful he is silky soft and his purrs are very loud he follows us everywhere and greets us at the door after work he is a very vocal cat and enjoys chattering and giving his opinion on everything congratulations big Suk keep being pawsome to enter your cat for a chance to be featured visit the entry link in the description box below we hope this list helps out you cat lovers who are also plant lovers so which of these plants would you pick for

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