10 Nontoxic Houseplants That Are Safe For Pets

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If you have a pet lounging around your home, you don't want them to get sick due to the simple pleasure of owning a houseplant. That said, you may be torn since the stress-reducing, air-cleansing, and overall positive qualities that houseplants bring to the table — aside from their aesthetic — make for an appealing argument to get them.

If you've been avoiding plants for that reason, then we have a solution: nontoxic plants. They're on trend, healthfully beneficial, and, of course, pet friendly. Read on to see our favorite feel-good, look-good picks, and turn your home into a lush green forest in no time.

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A Bonsai Plant: Money Tree Plant
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A Bonsai Plant: Money Tree Plant

Bless your home in good fortune with the prosperous Money Tree Plant ($30). The tree features bright foliage that's not harmful to pets.

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A Palm: Areca Butterfly Palm
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A Palm: Areca Butterfly Palm

The Areca Butterfly Palm ($29) is a win-win, as it eliminates bad toxins in the air while remaining toxic-free for your pets. Plus, its large leaves add a fun tropical vibe.

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A Fern: Bird's Nest Fern
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A Fern: Bird's Nest Fern

Place the Bird's Nest Fern ($24 for two) on a bathroom shelf or near a window, as these leafy green plants love high spaces, humidity, and lots of sunlight. This order comes with two plants, so you can place them in multiple rooms of your home.

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A Soil-Free Plant: Air Plant
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A Soil-Free Plant: Air Plant

The soil-free Air Plant ($30 for six) is extremely easy to maintain and comes in a variety of shapes and colors to match your aesthetic. The plants prefer bright indirect sunlight and weekly water baths.

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A Low-Light Plant: Peperomia Plant
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A Low-Light Plant: Peperomia Plant

The Peperomia Plant ($44) loves humidity but can handle low light and drier conditions. This plant doesn't need much to thrive and may even reward you with white flower spikes.

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An Air-Purifying Plant: Spider Plant
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An Air-Purifying Plant: Spider Plant

The long, narrow leaves give the Spider Plant ($22) its unique name. This oxygen-producing, air-purifying plant loves indirect sunlight and weekly waterings.

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A Low-Light Plant: Cast Iron Plant
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A Low-Light Plant: Cast Iron Plant

If you have a bare corner that doesn't get a lot of sunlight, try out the Cast Iron Plant ($90). This plant loves low-light conditions, making it perfect for bathrooms or any area that's shady.

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A Palm: Parlor Palm Plant
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A Palm: Parlor Palm Plant

If you have a cramped space with low light, the Parlor Palm Plant ($69) will thrive there while purifying the air. The palm's bushy leaves are perfect for desks, tabletops, and shelves.

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A Shiny Plant: Rubber Plant
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A Shiny Plant: Rubber Plant

The shiny-leafed Rubber Plant ($169) grows fairly large and fast, eventually turning into a tree. It's low maintenance, and its glossy leaves will make a statement.

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A Hanging Plant: Boston Fern
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A Hanging Plant: Boston Fern

The luscious Boston Fern ($32+) enjoys high humidity and indirect sunlight, so keep this in mind when purchasing. Place this plant on a hanger, and watch it thrive.