18+ Pet-Friendly Plants That Are Safe for Cats and Dogs
If you share your home with curious cats or playful pups, you know they love exploring — including nibbling on your houseplants. But not all greenery is safe for pets. The good news? There are plenty of non-toxic, pet-safe plants that are both stylish and easy to care for.
Whether you’re decorating a sunny windowsill or a cozy corner, these 18+ pet-friendly indoor plants will bring natural beauty into your home — without the worry.
1. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Safe for cats and dogs, spider plants are fun, fast-growing, and great for hanging baskets. Bonus: they help purify the air, too.
2. Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Also known as butterfly palm, this tropical beauty is non-toxic and adds a lush, resort-style vibe to any room.
3. Calathea
With bold patterns and colorful leaves, Calatheas are pet-safe and perfect for low to medium light. They also close up at night — like a prayer plant!
4. Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)
Elegant, compact, and totally non-toxic — parlor palms are one of the best low-maintenance, pet-friendly indoor plants.
5. Peperomia
This compact plant comes in many colors and textures, and it’s completely safe for pets. It also thrives in indirect light and needs very little watering.
6. Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia obtusifolia)
A cousin of the peperomia, this small, glossy-leaved plant is both beautiful and safe for furry friends.
7. Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura)
Known for its folding leaves at night, the prayer plant is non-toxic and perfect for adding a pop of pattern to your indoor jungle.
8. Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata)
Despite its name, this is actually a succulent — and it’s totally safe for pets. Its quirky “ponytail” fronds make it a fun conversation piece.
9. Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya)
Bright pink, red, or white spotted leaves make this pet-safe plant a cheerful choice for shelves and windowsills.
10. African Violet (Saintpaulia)
One of the few flowering plants that’s both easy to grow and safe for pets. These soft-leaved blooms come in a range of beautiful colors.
11. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
Air-purifying and safe for pets, Boston ferns love a bit of humidity and filtered light — perfect for bathrooms or kitchens.
12. Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii)
Tall, tropical, and safe for pets, this low-light palm helps clean the air and fills awkward corners beautifully.
13. Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis Orchid)
Elegant and pet-safe, moth orchids are long-lasting bloomers that love bright, indirect light and minimal fuss.
14. Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata)
With crinkly leaves and soft texture, this small, pet-friendly plant adds interest to desktops, bookshelves, or terrariums.
15. Haworthia
This mini succulent is safe for pets and super low-maintenance — ideal for windowsills, offices, or small shelves.
16. Fittonia (Nerve Plant)
Known for its striking veined leaves, Fittonia loves humidity and indirect light — and is completely non-toxic to pets.
17. Watermelon Peperomia
Its striped leaves resemble watermelon rinds, and it’s just as sweet for your home: safe for cats and dogs and easy to grow.
18. Venus Flytrap
Surprisingly pet-safe, this quirky carnivorous plant is fun to keep and great for kids and pet-friendly households.
19. Rattlesnake Plant (Calathea lancifolia)
With wavy, spotted leaves and purple undersides, this pet-safe plant brings texture and style to any low-light room.
Conclusion
Creating a plant-filled home doesn’t mean putting your furry friends at risk. These 18+ pet-friendly indoor plants are safe for both cats and dogs — and stylish enough to elevate any space. From tropical palms to trailing vines, you can build your dream indoor jungle without the stress. Just be sure to double-check any new plant before bringing it home, and enjoy a greener (and safer!) living space for everyone.
