Toxic plant checker: which plants are toxic to cats?
Search 69 common houseplants, garden plants and flowers to see which plants are toxic to cats and which are cat safe plants. Every entry shows how serious it is and what to do.
Free health check · Based on vet sources
- Autumn crocusColchicum autumnaleSevere vomiting, organ damage and bone marrow suppression. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- AzaleaRhododendron spp. · also called rhododendronVomiting, weakness and heart problems. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- Castor beanRicinus communisSevere vomiting and organ damage (ricin). Seeds are the most toxic part. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- DaylilyHemerocallis spp.Kidney failure. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Read the full guideHighly toxic
- FoxgloveDigitalis purpureaDangerous heart rhythm problems. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- Lilies (true lilies)Lilium spp. · also called Easter lily, tiger lily, Asiatic lily, stargazer lilyKidney failure, even from pollen or vase water. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Read the full guideHighly toxic
- Lily of the valleyConvallaria majalisDangerous heart rhythm problems. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- OleanderNerium oleanderDangerous heart rhythm problems. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- Sago palmCycas revoluta · also called cycadLiver failure. The seeds are the most toxic part. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- YewTaxus spp.Heart failure, tremors and collapse. Emergency. Go to a vet now, even if your cat seems fine.Highly toxic
- AmaryllisHippeastrum spp.Vomiting, drooling, low appetite and tremors. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- CyclamenCyclamen spp.Vomiting and diarrhea. The tubers are the most toxic part. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- DaffodilNarcissus spp. · also called narcissus, jonquilVomiting and diarrhea. Bulbs can also affect the heart. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- EucalyptusEucalyptus spp.Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea and weakness. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- HyacinthHyacinthus orientalisVomiting, diarrhea and tremors. Bulbs are the most toxic part. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- Jade plantCrassula ovata · also called money plant, friendship treeVomiting, lethargy and wobbliness. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- KalanchoeKalanchoe spp. · also called mother of millions, flaming KatyVomiting and diarrhea, rarely heart rhythm problems. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- TulipTulipa spp.Vomiting, drooling and diarrhea. Bulbs are the most toxic part. Call your vet or a pet poison hotline now for advice.Toxic
- Aloe veraAloe veraVomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Arrowhead plantSyngonium podophyllumMouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- BegoniaBegonia spp.Mouth irritation and vomiting. Tubers are the most toxic part. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Bird of paradiseStrelitzia reginaeMild nausea, vomiting and drowsiness. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- CaladiumCaladium spp. · also called elephant earsMouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Calla lilyZantedeschia aethiopicaMouth irritation and drooling. Not a true lily. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Read the full guideMildly toxic
- Chinese evergreenAglaonema spp.Mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- ChrysanthemumChrysanthemum spp. · also called mumsVomiting, diarrhea, drooling, wobbliness, skin irritation. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- DieffenbachiaDieffenbachia spp. · also called dumb canePainful mouth irritation, drooling, trouble swallowing. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- DracaenaDracaena spp. · also called corn plant, dragon treeVomiting, drooling, low appetite, dilated pupils. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- English ivyHedera helixVomiting, drooling, belly pain, diarrhea. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Fiddle-leaf figFicus lyrataStomach upset and skin irritation from the sap. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- GeraniumPelargonium spp.Vomiting, low appetite, skin irritation. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- HydrangeaHydrangea spp.Vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- LavenderLavandula angustifoliaNausea and vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- MintMentha spp.Vomiting and diarrhea if eaten in quantity. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- MonsteraMonstera deliciosa · also called Swiss cheese plantMouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Peace lilySpathiphyllum spp.Mouth irritation and drooling. Not a true lily and doesn’t cause kidney failure. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Read the full guideMildly toxic
- PhilodendronPhilodendron spp.Mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- PoinsettiaEuphorbia pulcherrimaMild mouth and stomach irritation. Less dangerous than its reputation. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- PothosEpipremnum aureum · also called devil’s ivyMouth irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Rubber plantFicus elastica · also called rubber treeStomach upset and skin irritation from the sap. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- Snake plantDracaena trifasciata (Sansevieria) · also called mother-in-law’s tongueNausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- ZZ plantZamioculcas zamiifoliaMouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Usually causes mouth irritation or stomach upset. Call your vet if symptoms appear or last.Mildly toxic
- African violetSaintpaulia spp.Non-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Areca palmDypsis lutescensNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- BasilOcimum basilicumNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Boston fernNephrolepis exaltataNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- BromeliadBromeliaceaeNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- CalatheaCalathea / Goeppertia spp. · also called rattlesnake plantNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Cast iron plantAspidistra elatiorNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Cat grassTriticum / Avena spp. · also called wheatgrass, oat grassNon-toxic, grown for cats to chew. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Christmas cactusSchlumbergera spp.Non-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Friendship plantPilea involucrataNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- HaworthiaHaworthia spp. · also called zebra plantNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Hens and chicksEcheveria spp. · also called echeveriaNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Money treePachira aquaticaNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Moth orchidPhalaenopsis spp. · also called orchidNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Parlor palmChamaedorea elegansNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- PeperomiaPeperomia spp. · also called radiator plantNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Polka dot plantHypoestes phyllostachyaNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Ponytail palmBeaucarnea recurvataNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Prayer plantMaranta leuconeuraNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- RoseRosa spp.Non-toxic. Watch for thorns. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- RosemarySalvia rosmarinusNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- SnapdragonAntirrhinum majusNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Spider plantChlorophytum comosumNon-toxic. Many cats love to chew it. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- SunflowerHelianthus annuusNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Swedish ivyPlectranthus verticillatusNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Venus flytrapDionaea muscipulaNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
- Wax plantHoya carnosa · also called hoyaNon-toxic. Not poisonous to cats, though eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset.Non-toxic
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Houseplants safe for cats
If you want greenery without the worry, these houseplants safe for cats are all on the ASPCA’s non-toxic list:spider plant, boston fern, areca palm, parlor palm, ponytail palm, calathea, prayer plant, african violet, moth orchid, money tree, peperomia, polka dot plant.
Toxic plants for cats: common questions
Which plants are most toxic to cats?
True lilies and daylilies are the most dangerous, because even a small amount can cause kidney failure. Sago palm, oleander, lily of the valley, foxglove, autumn crocus, azalea, castor bean and yew are also highly toxic.
What houseplants are safe for cats?
Popular houseplants safe for cats include spider plant, Boston fern, areca and parlor palms, calathea, prayer plant, African violet, moth orchids, peperomia, money tree and Christmas cactus.
What should I do if my cat ate a toxic plant?
Call your vet or a pet poison hotline right away, and bring the plant or a photo of it. For lilies or any highly toxic plant, go to a vet immediately, even if your cat seems fine.
Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control, toxic and non-toxic plant lists. This checker gives general information and doesn’t replace advice from your vet.
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