Safety tool
Are my houseplants toxic to my cat or dog?
Yes, some popular houseplants are toxic to pets — but “toxic” covers a big range, from serious (lilies for cats) to mild stomach upset. Below is the honest status for every plant on Everleaf, with the exact note for each species. When in doubt, keep new plants out of reach for the first week.
Want to skip reading tables? Jump straight to the FAQ or search your plant by name using the field below. Keep in mind: “non-toxic” means unlikely to poison — it does not mean your cat should snack on it.
Three notes worth reading before you panic
1. “Toxic” ≠ “deadly”. Most common houseplants cause drooling, vomiting or an upset tummy — not organ failure. Lilies are the real exception and are genuinely dangerous to cats.
2. “Non-toxic” ≠ “a snack”. Any plant can cause a mild upset stomach if chewed. Non-toxic means serious poisoning is unlikely, not that it is food.
3. Suspect ingestion? Call your vet or a pet-poison helpline, note which plant and how much was eaten, and follow their instructions. The care guides have species-specific detail on each page.