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Plants Toxic to Cats and Dogs
Look up a plant by name to see whether it is toxic to dogs or cats, based on the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant lists.
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Common plants at a glance
| Plant | Dogs | Cats |
|---|---|---|
| Lily | Non-toxic | Toxic |
| Pothos | Toxic | Toxic |
| Snake Plant | Toxic | Toxic |
| Sago Palm | Toxic | Toxic |
| Spider Plant | Non-toxic | Non-toxic |
| Calathea | Non-toxic | Non-toxic |
Of the 75 plants here, 44 are listed as toxic to dogs and 47 to cats.
How the results work
Each plant shows the ASPCA’s verdict for the pet you pick, and the clinical signs from the ASPCA plant page when it is toxic. If the ASPCA has no entry for the exact species, we use its entry for the same genus and say so. Plants missing from the list are shown as “Not on the list”, never as safe.
Keeping pets safe
- Put toxic plants where pets can’t reach, or choose non-toxic ones.
- For cats, keep true lilies and daylilies well out of reach.
- Check cut flowers and gifts, not just potted plants.
Frequently asked questions
Are lilies toxic to dogs?
The ASPCA lists true lilies (Lilium) and daylilies (Hemerocallis) as toxic to cats, where they can cause kidney failure, but not to dogs. Other plants called “lily”, such as peace lily and calla lily, are toxic to both for different reasons.
What houseplants are safe for cats and dogs?
Spider plant, Boston fern, parlor palm, calathea and moth orchids are among the plants the ASPCA lists as non-toxic to both. Search any plant above to check.
What should I do if my pet ate a toxic plant?
Call your veterinarian or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 right away, even if there are no signs yet. Note the plant, the part and amount eaten and when.
What does “not on the list” mean?
The ASPCA list has no entry for that plant for your pet. That does not make it safe, so keep it out of reach until you can check with your vet.
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Sources and last updated
- ASPCA, Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List — Dogs
- ASPCA, Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List — Cats
- Clinical signs come from each ASPCA plant page, linked in the results. Lists checked 2026-10-04; plant pages re-read 2026-10-10.
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