Plants & Flowers Toxic to Dogs and Cats
A vet-reviewed database of indoor and outdoor plants that may be toxic, harmful, or unsafe for pets.
Worried your pet may have eaten a plant? Get a personalized safety answer in the ToxiPets app.
California bee plant
California buckthorn
California poppy
Cape Honeysuckle
carnation
catnip
China doll
Chinese banyan
Chinese money plant
Chinese peony
Coleus
Common Ivy
confederate jasmine
coralbells
Costa Farms Exotic Angel Plant
crimsoneyed rosemallow
Why Plants Affect Pets Differently
Cats and dogs metabolize substances differently than humans. A plant that's harmless to people can cause serious reactions in pets. The amount ingested and which part of the plant matters significantly — leaves, stems, flowers, and roots can have different toxicity levels.
Madagascar Palm
Madagascar widow's-thrill
mazapan
Mexican Snowball
Identifying Toxic Plants
Many common houseplants and garden favorites can be harmful to pets. When in doubt, use the ToxiPets app to scan any plant and get instant, personalized safety information based on your pet's species, size, and health conditions.
sacred bamboo
shoeblackplant
Siberian Dogwood
Siberian squill
small-leaf spiderwort
snake plant
Soft Rush
Song of India
spider plant
stinking iris
Streak Haworthia
sweet scented geranium
Swiss Cheese Plant
Frequently Asked Questions
What indoor plants are toxic to cats?
Many popular houseplants are toxic to cats, including lilies (extremely dangerous), pothos, philodendrons, and snake plants. Lilies can cause fatal kidney failure in cats even from small exposures. Always check before bringing new plants home.
Which outdoor plants are dangerous to dogs?
Common outdoor plants toxic to dogs include sago palms (highly fatal), azaleas, oleander, and tulip bulbs. Dogs are often attracted to digging up bulbs, which tend to be the most toxic part of many plants.
What should I do if my pet eats a plant?
Stay calm and identify the plant if possible. Remove any remaining plant material from your pet's mouth. Contact your veterinarian or ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a professional.
Why are some plants listed as "unknown" toxicity?
Some plants haven't been thoroughly studied for pet toxicity, or may have conflicting research. We mark these as "unknown" rather than assume safety. When in doubt, treat unknown plants as potentially harmful and keep them away from pets.
Need instant answers? Scan any plant with the ToxiPets app.