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Pet Safe Plant Care Guides & Troubleshooting

Browse our comprehensive collection of pet safe plant guides. From lighting requirements to watering schedules and common pests, find everything you need for successful growing.

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Close up of the fuzzy, dark green leaves and delicate flowers of Saintpaulia Medium

African Violet

Streptocarpus sect. Saintpaulia

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the raised white tubercles and lace-like tips Medium

Aloe Aristata

Aristaloe aristata (formerly Aloe aristata)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the overlapping, teardrop-shaped leaves of Sedum morganianum Medium

Burros Tail

Sedum morganianum

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the stunning striped foliage of Calathea Orbifolia Medium

Calathea Orbifolia

Goeppertia orbifolia (formerly Calathea orbifolia)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the striking pink pinstripes on a Calathea leaf Medium

Calathea Ornata

Goeppertia ornata

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the reptile-like pattern on a Calathea lancifolia Medium

Calathea Rattlesnake

Goeppertia insignis (formerly Calathea lancifolia)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the broad, upright leaves of Aspidistra elatior Medium

Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the glowing orange petioles of Chlorophytum orchidastrum Medium

Chlorophytum Orchidastrum

Chlorophytum orchidastrum (also sold as C. amaniense)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the stacked 'buttons' on Crassula perforata Medium

Crassula Perforata

Crassula perforata

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the intricate fishbone pattern and purple undersides Medium

Ctenanthe Burle Marxii

Ctenanthe burle-marxii

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the tightly curled, green and white striped leaves of the Bonnie cultivar Medium

Curly Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum 'Bonnie'

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the trigger hairs and teeth inside a Venus Flytrap Medium

Dionaea Muscipula

Dionaea muscipula

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the deeply lobed foliage of Epiphyllum anguliger Medium

Epiphyllum Anguliger

Epiphyllum anguliger (often confused with Selenicereus anthonyanus)

Moderate water Bright indirect
A healthy Zebra Plant succulent in a small terracotta pot Medium

Haworthia Fasciata

Haworthiopsis fasciata (formerly Haworthia fasciata)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the contorted foliage of Hoya carnosa compacta Medium

Hoya Carnosa Compacta

Hoya carnosa 'Compacta'

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the thick, waxy leaves and star-shaped flowers of a Wax Plant Medium

Hoya Carnosa

Hoya carnosa

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the fleshy, heart-shaped foliage of the Sweetheart Hoya Medium

Hoya Kerrii

Hoya kerrii

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the silver splashing on a Hoya pubicalyx leaf Medium

Hoya Pubicalyx

Hoya pubicalyx

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the five-lobed, star-shaped leaves of Pachira aquatica Medium

Money Tree

Pachira aquatica

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the slippery rim and digestive fluid inside a Nepenthes trap Medium

Nepenthes

Nepenthes spp. (Common hybrids like N. x ventrata)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of Fittonia albivenis foliage Medium

Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the feathery, arching green fronds of a Chamaedorea elegans Medium

Parlor Palm

Chamaedorea elegans

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the corrugated burgundy foliage of Peperomia caperata Rosso Medium

Peperomia Caperata

Peperomia caperata

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the round, waxy leaves of a Baby Rubber Plant Medium

Peperomia Obtusifolia

Peperomia obtusifolia

Moderate water Bright indirect

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I care for pet safe plants?
Caring for pet safe plants requires understanding their specific lighting, watering, and soil needs. Always check the individual plant guides for exact specifications, but generally, consistency in environment and avoiding overwatering are key to success.
What are the most common problems with pet safe?
The most frequent issues involve improper watering or incorrect light levels. Symptoms like yellowing leaves or stunted growth usually indicate an environmental stressor that can be fixed by adjusting your care routine.