Plants
Browse common houseplants, garden plants, and wild plants to see if they are safe for your pets.
Quick Safety Overview
African Violet
Saintpaulia ionantha
Non-toxic to dogs.
Alocasia
Alocasia spp.
Contains calcium oxalates that irritate the mouth and digestive tract.
Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis miller
Latex and gel can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.
Amaryllis
Hippeastrum spp.
Bulbs are toxic and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and tremors.
Areca Palm
Dypsis lutescens
Non-toxic to dogs.
Asparagus Fern
Asparagus setaceus
Berries and foliage can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and skin irritation.
Autumn Crocus
Colchicum autumnale
Contains colchicine, which can cause multi-organ failure and death in dogs.
Azalea
Rhododendron spp.
Contains grayanotoxins that can cause vomiting, weakness, and cardiovascular effects.
Baby Tears
Soleirolia soleirolii
Non-toxic to dogs.
Basil Plant
Ocimum basilicum
Non-toxic to dogs. A safe herb garden addition.
Alocasia
Alocasia spp.
Contains calcium oxalates that irritate the mouth and digestive tract.
Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis miller
Latex and gel can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.
Amaryllis
Hippeastrum spp.
Bulbs are toxic and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and tremors.
Asparagus Fern
Asparagus setaceus
Berries and foliage can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and skin irritation.
Autumn Crocus
Colchicum autumnale
Contains colchicine, which can cause multi-organ failure and death in dogs.
Azalea
Rhododendron spp.
Contains grayanotoxins that can cause vomiting, weakness, and cardiovascular effects.
Begonia
Begonia spp.
Tubers are the most toxic part and can cause severe mouth irritation and vomiting in dogs.
Bird of Paradise
Strelitzia reginae
Seeds and fruit can cause vomiting and drowsiness.
Bittersweet Nightshade
Solanum dulcamara
Berries and leaves can cause GI upset and neurologic signs.
Black Nightshade
Solanum nigrum
Unripe berries and leaves contain solanine and can cause GI and neurologic signs.
Creeping Charlie
Glechoma hederacea
May cause mild vomiting or diarrhea if large amounts are ingested.
Wood Sorrel
Oxalis spp.
Contains oxalates that can irritate the mouth and kidneys in large amounts.
Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
May cause vomiting, diarrhea, or skin irritation in sensitive dogs.
African Violet
Saintpaulia ionantha
Non-toxic to dogs.
Areca Palm
Dypsis lutescens
Non-toxic to dogs.
Baby Tears
Soleirolia soleirolii
Non-toxic to dogs.
Basil Plant
Ocimum basilicum
Non-toxic to dogs. A safe herb garden addition.
Bee Balm
Monarda didyma
Safe; attracts pollinators and is non-toxic to pets.
Black-Eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Non-toxic to dogs. A safe native wildflower.
Boston Fern
Nephrolepis exaltata
Non-toxic to dogs.
Calathea
Calathea spp.
Non-toxic to dogs.
Calendula
Calendula officinalis
Non-toxic to dogs. Sometimes used in herbal pet products.
Camellia
Camellia japonica
Non-toxic to dogs. Camellia oil is also used in some pet products.