Many of the plants you featured are common garden plants, who would suspect they could be toxic? The leaves are constantly shedding and being regrown, so even if this plant is out of reach, it is a good idea to check often for fallen leaves. It is commonly mixed in dish gardens with other plants that require similar care. This plant is ideal for North and East facing windows that don’t get too much light. The foliage is a mottled or variegated green with hints of white, yellow, and silver. The plant contains chemicals that are toxic to animals including humans, but it has also been used as a medicine. I didn't know Oleander is dangerous.. Its trailing stems won’t grow terribly fast but the more bright light you provide, the faster it will grow. Children are more susceptible and should be kept away from Oleander plants. I have several of these plants and a couple of them I did not realize are poisonous. Check pots and soil regularly for mold and mildew. Suzette Walker from Taos, NM on November 16, 2013: Thank you for such a well-written, interesting and informative article on the danger of some house plants. I have dogs and I wonder if the animals know the danger of these plants. I guess someone could have it in a courtyard or patio, in which case you should also include foxglove (digitalis) - it has the same level and type of toxicity and is probably more popular. Its fuzzy leaves and flowers make it attractive to cats in particular! But they are still so pretty to have in the house. However, every part of caladium is said to be toxic to both humans and pets. The houseplants spend summer outdoors. As adults, we generally don’t eat pieces of our houseplants, so we don’t often think about it. I didn't know about any of these! Web dug up every giant oleander bush that the former owners here had surround this 1/2 acre...but NOW we find that our beautiful Angels Trumpets are deadly too! If your dogs haven't bothered them so far then you are probably okay. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on April 07, 2013: @Mel78--Thank you for reading. I am happy to have found your hub as a guide for my purchases as I have two dogs. Hang them high on porches or plant-stands. An.bran@aol.com. If in doubt, place a plant out of reach, but don't feel you have to sacrifice the benefits and beauty of plants altogether. I am also sharing this info with my family and friends. (especially if they like to help you with plant care). Years ago I did have a giant 4 yr old Rotweiler die on me; and then bizarrely we found a pile of vomit with chewed up Oleander leaves in the vomit! These plants grow quickly, are easy to care for and produce new plants. (I think only bored cats mess with plants though). Deonne Anderson from Florence, SC on June 03, 2013: I am in the process of finishing my spring cleaning and plan to use plants to decorate my home. If your cat ingests parts of a hibiscus plant, it could experience symptoms of gastric upset like nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Stephanie Henkel from USA on July 17, 2013: I knew that some of these plants were toxic, but you provided so much new information! Sharing this, it's important! This is an ideal hanging plant so if you still don’t want your pet to nibble on it you can simply hang it from the ceiling in a nice decorative hanging pot. I water mine every 10 days to 2 weeks. I knew about some of these, but lilies surprised me and that so many of them are toxic. I noticed something had nibbled on the leaves of several plants. I have most of the plants that you had mentioned, not in the house but out in the garden patch. Just noting that Oleander is not really a houseplant. It's a win win for me anyways ;). Caladiums are another South American bulb plant with long-lasting foliage. Poor things! It is interesting and useful for housewives like me. Make sure your hanging pots are sturdy enough to support the weight of the plant. This is an ideal plant for moderate to low light conditions but it doesn’t push darkness to an extreme as a ZZ plant would. Children or pets could choke on small berries, leaves, or woody stems. Devika Primić from Dubrovnik, Croatia on June 27, 2013: Brilliantly accomplished, about the Ten Toxic House-plants to Avoid Around Children and Pets, I learned about many plants which I had no idea of. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on February 22, 2013: @Sonia--plants are indeed powerful! It seems to work. Don't discard plant clippings where they can be easily accessed. Thanks for reading and sharing! They don't get very tall but expand horizontally. Symptoms are recorded as burning mouth, excessive salivation, diarrhea, dehydration, lack of appetite, and vomiting. Compu-Smart from London UK on July 08, 2013: Wow! I have some of those plants and a little puppy so thanks for the information. Although they are more toxic than some of the plants here (except oleander-it's the worst) they really can't hurt you unless you deliberately eat the leaves or bulbs. Sharkye11 . Lily is probably worse for pets because they might dig up the bulb and chew it. Since these lilies are my favorite flower I just moved them top safe place in my home, but only AFTER I went around with a tiny jar clipping OFF all the pollen pads and even the Pistols of every one of them and flushed them! It's like what happened to me 10 yrs ago from taking CIPRO and LEVAQUIN damages have started all over again! Thank you. Gail Meyers from Johnson County, Kansas on March 06, 2013: This is really a handy guide. Tkank you for your article on the ten plants to avoid around children. This information is essential for everyone. . Plants improve the breathing habitat for humans, and spider plants are no exception to that. Spider plants must be toxic as well. :). However, some people report experiencing contact dermatitis when handling sunflowers. Of course this is different if you have small children or pets like cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs or pet birds that are allowed to roam the house freely. :-). I admire your writing style and I wish you my Best in your future writing of hubs, poems, and maybe books. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on September 10, 2013: @rusticliving--My cat has never bothered them either, but it is better not to take chances. I have all this plants all my life in my house and my classroom had them all but nothing happened. The purpose of this article is to alert home owners to potentially toxic plants, not to replace medical advice or treatment. rose-the planner from Toronto, Ontario-Canada on May 13, 2013: Wow......good to know! First we were wondering why she wouldn't eat, and why her eyes were watering profusely and her bottom eye lids were handing down exposing the inside of the lids and everything was real red and blood shot, and a little blood was trickling from both her nose and mouth! Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on July 17, 2013: @DDE--thank you very much. Hope to see you soon. The plants will still reward you with fullness and foliage that purifies the air. Heavy plants can topple, and sharply pointed leaves can stick or cut the hands or mouth. I suppose because they are more likely to dig in the plants or play with them. :), I've heard lilies are bad for pets but these are new to me! Two definitive studies have been instrumental over the years in helping people choose houseplants for their homes.In 1989, the famous NASA Clean Air Study was conducted to determine the contribution of 19 low-light houseplants to indoor air quality, in terms of their ability to remove toxins from the air, such as benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene (TCE), and xylene.These are the common names of the plants that wer… Much appreciated and important information. Thank you so much, this help a lot for those who have no idea about beautiful, air purifier but poisonous plants. I think we often forget about the natural power - both good and bad - of plants and flowers around us. I immediately raced out that late Sunday 3 AM to CVS and bought Activated CHARCOAL capsules and mixed with water and syringe sprayed in down his throat for 2 days. Ivy not only serves as beautiful and traditional decoration but also removes airborne fecal-matter particles from the air, making it a wonderful asset for homes with pets. Still have a few pothos plants that I love. I'd heard that poinsettias are poisonous (especially for cats), but hadn't heard that about a few on the list. don't put or avoid this plants to grow indoor or outdoor..beautiful plants but sadly harmful to humans and pets. It is a shame that such lovely plants are dangerous, but with care they can still be enjoyed. JR Krishna from India on September 28, 2013: I have planted a small mother in laws tongue in my house recently. I keep mine in a relatively shaded shelf in a South facing room, this way it still gets plenty of light without being exposed to bright, direct sunlight. Victoria Lynn from Arkansas, USA on May 28, 2013: Gosh, the first two plants you mention are the only two I try to grow, since they're so easy! Although coleus ( Solnostemon) is more commonly regarded as a colorful annual for flower gardens and borders, it can be easily grown indoors as well. This was so tragically HORRIBLE and to know she indeed suffered intensely! Also present in spring. I water mine once every two weeks in both winter and summer. It needs to be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. Cats and dogs: Diarrhea, hyperactivity, gasping breaths, weakness, tremors, staggering, and vomiting. Unfortunately, the side effects of their sap is dangerous for both humans and pets. I did some research on poisonous plants when I was in charge of a day centre for adults with a high level of intellectual disability. They just need to be kept out of reach. They really don’t need constant watering. this is a great article. Love the lay-out and topic. The brighter the surrounding area, the more likely it will produce the sweet fragrant porcelain looking flower that doesn’t even seem real! Label pots with the plant name and whether or not it is toxic. Other house plants that are poisonous to humans: Thank you for sharing. READ LESS -. So very sad. Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Foxgloves and Angel Trumpets, Delphiniums, Calla lilies are also highly toxic. Water this plant when the soil is dry and not too often like you would do for other ferns! In time a single airplane plant will give you many plants to keep or give away to friends. The Areca palm is also known as Chrysalidocarpus lutescens or Dypsis lutescens and it is commonly called the yellow butterfly palm, bamboo palm and golden cane palm. Herbs, however, contain active components that can trigger side effects and interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. They were planted by my mother-in-law and she is a plant lover. Mint plants and lemon balm love containers and sunny windows. 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