{"id":85918,"date":"2024-06-25T14:47:44","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T13:47:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/horto\/pet-friendly-plants\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:29:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:29:59","slug":"pet-friendly-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/flowers\/pet-friendly-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet-Friendly Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading p1\"><b>Plants and pets: there\u2019s no better combination for a cheerful, fun home. But having plants and pets at home can be a real challenge!  <\/b><\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"p1\">The colours and shapes of plants attract cats and dogs, who, although very different, love\u2014for different reasons\u2014to chew and eat them. As some plants can be toxic to animals, you need to be careful and make sure the plants you have at home are <b>pet friendly<\/b>. In this article, we show you some plants considered safe for pets and, on the other hand, some plants that are not pet friendly because they\u2019re toxic.<br\/><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Here\u2019s a selection of plants to choose from when you have pets:<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading p5\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"s3\"><b><strong>Orchid<\/strong><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"p1\">The beauty of orchids inspires true passion. With delicate flowers, they enhance and decorate the home in a distinctive way. They\u2019re known for their air-purifying properties and, as they don\u2019t release strong scents, they don\u2019t cause allergies. What\u2019s more, your pets will be completely safe around them because, besides not being toxic, they don\u2019t attract much attention.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/christmas-special\/phalaenopsi-in-white-pot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants - Orchid\" class=\"wp-image-8651\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants\" class=\"wp-image-8652\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading p4\"><b>Calathea<\/b><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"p7\">Calathea is a pet-friendly plant, meaning it\u2019s not toxic to dogs and cats. That makes it an excellent choice for homes with pets. What\u2019s more, it likes to move to capture light better and has the ability to purify the air. It\u2019s a low-maintenance plant and, thanks to the design of its leaves, it will make an impact in your home d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants\" class=\"wp-image-8653\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants - Calathea\" class=\"wp-image-8654\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading p9\"><b>Chamaedorea<\/b><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"p7\">Chamaedorea is a small indoor palm with deep green leaves\u2014very elegant and delicate\u2014and it fits beautifully into interior d\u00e9cor. Although it may catch the attention of your little felines, it won\u2019t put them at risk because it\u2019s not toxic. Its soft, permeable leaves are an addictive sensory treat for them.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/plants\/chamaedorea-elegans-v-24\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants - Chamaedorea\" class=\"wp-image-8655\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants\" class=\"wp-image-8656\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading p9\"><b>Succulents<\/b><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"p7\">Succulents are plants that don\u2019t require much care; they\u2019re great for beginners and for those who don\u2019t have much time to give them attention. Once adapted to their environment, succulents reproduce, flower, change shape and even colour. Not all succulents are safe for pets\u2014here\u2019s what you should know:<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Succulents that are safe for pets (pet-friendly):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Haworthia (such as Haworthia fasciata, known as the &#8220;zebra plant&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Echeveria (widely used in interior d\u00e9cor)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Burro\u2019s tail (Sedum morganianum)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hens and chicks (Sempervivum)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong>Succulents that are toxic to pets (<strong>NOT pet-friendly<\/strong>):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kalanchoe (can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and heart problems)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Euphorbias (such as Euphorbia tirucalli; its latex is irritating and toxic)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aloe vera (although beneficial for humans, it\u2019s toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting and lethargy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jade plant (Crassula ovata; it\u2019s toxic and can cause vomiting and behavioural changes)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants\" class=\"wp-image-8658\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/cacti-and-succulents\/succulent-lovers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants - Succulents\" class=\"wp-image-8657\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Be careful if you have the following plants<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>, they\u2019re toxic and therefore NOT pet-friendly<\/strong><\/span>:<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading p9\"><b>Yucca elephantipes<\/b><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"p7\">Also known as Elephant\u2019s Foot, it\u2019s a very sculptural plant and a trend in interior d\u00e9cor. In addition to being easy to maintain and having air-purifying properties, Yucca is considered toxic to dogs and cats due to the presence of steroidal saponins, which can cause adverse reactions in pets if ingested.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/plants\/yucca-3-feet-vase-24\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/11_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants - Yucca elephantipes\" class=\"wp-image-8660\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants\" class=\"wp-image-8659\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading p9\"><b>Dracaena<\/b><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"p7\">Dracaena is considered one of the hardiest indoor plants, as it adapts easily to any environment. The \u201ctricolour\u201d tone of its leaves\u2014very dark green with purple \u201cscribbled\u201d tips\u2014makes this a very original plant. Despite its qualities, Dracaena is not pet-friendly. This plant is toxic to dogs and cats due to the presence of saponins, chemical compounds that can cause adverse reactions in animals.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/13_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants\" class=\"wp-image-8662\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/plants\/dracaena-marginata-vase-22\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/12_HCG_blog_imgQ_x2.jpg\" alt=\"Pet-Friendly Plants - Dracaena\" class=\"wp-image-8661\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aglaonema<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Aglaonema (also known as &#8220;Dumb Cane&#8221;) is not pet-friendly; it\u2019s considered toxic to dogs and cats due to the presence of insoluble calcium oxalates, which can cause severe irritation if ingested. Its large, striking leaves, with different tones and patterns, are Aglaonema\u2019s hallmark. It\u2019s an indoor plant, perfect for those taking their first steps into the world of plants, as it\u2019s very easy to care for\u2014however, keep it away from your pets!<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/plants\/silver-aglaonema-aglaonema-commutatum-silver-queen-14cm-pot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1721322020-600x600-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited.webp 800w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-400x400.webp 400w, https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Aglaonema-Lady-Valentine-Care-8.jpg-edited-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tips for those with pets:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"p7\">Although these plants are completely safe for dogs and cats, here are a few tips to keep them safe too:<br\/><\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>The more out of reach your plants are, the better.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid placing any kind of textile under the pots\u2014the temptation to pull the fabric will always be stronger;<\/li>\n<li>Avoid placing the pot on your pet\u2019s favourite piece of furniture;<\/li>\n<li>Treat both with love and enjoy all the benefits they\u2019ll bring you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Even if plants are pet friendly, it\u2019s always best to prevent your pet from getting into the habit of chewing them. That habit can lead to ingesting soil or other chemicals. Make sure the fertilisers or pesticides used on the plants aren\u2019t toxic, as they can be more dangerous for pets than the plant itself. Keep toxic plants out of your pets\u2019 reach by placing them in high or inaccessible spots. Watch your pet\u2019s behaviour and, if you suspect they\u2019ve ingested something, seek a vet immediately!<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p>\u00a9<a href=\"https:\/\/companhiadascores.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Companhia das Cores<\/a> for Horto do Campo Grande<\/p>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plants and pets: there\u2019s no better combination for a cheerful, fun home. But having plants and pets at home can be a real challenge! The colours and shapes of plants attract cats and dogs, who, although very different, love\u2014for different reasons\u2014to chew and eat them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":13034,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[776],"tags":[1078,1077,1083,1081,1080,1082,1084,1087,1085,1086,1079,837],"class_list":["post-85918","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-flowers","tag-animals","tag-care","tag-cat","tag-challenge","tag-dog","tag-fun","tag-harmony","tag-nontoxicplants","tag-pet","tag-petfriendly","tag-pets","tag-plants"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/00_HCG_blogPet_INTRO_850x450.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Hugo Silva","author_link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/author\/hugos\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85918","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=85918"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85918\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13034"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=85918"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=85918"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=85918"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}