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16 plants that are safe for dogs and cats traduzido por: OPENROUTER

Bromeliad, African Violet, Gloxinia and Palm Tree are some of the plants that are perfectly friendly to your pet traduzido por: OPENROUTER

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Submitted at Dec 31, 1900, 8:59 PM

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Calathea (Calathea spp.)

Calathea (Calathea spp.) (Divulgação/Divulgação)

Due to the social isolation caused by the pandemic, the number of pet adoptions and the interest in growing plants has only increased. Therefore, selecting the ideal plant species to have at home is essential to avoid accidents and poisoning of pets. Below, we have selected 16 plant species that are pet friendly!

1. Rattlesnake Plant


safe plants for dogs and cats traduzido por: OPENROUTER

Maranta-Cascavel. (Divulgação/Divulgação)

The colors, the leaves of distinct shapes and the easy watering schedule make the Rattlesnake Plant a great complement for a living room with low light.

2. Spider Plant


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

A favorite among veterinarians, this plant is easy to grow in indoor projects and incredibly resistant. The Spider Plant is also a great air purifier, helping to get rid of toxins in the home.

3. Palm Tree


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Choose to place it on a sideboard or bedside table that is not too close to a window, as the palm tree needs only a few hours of indirect light per day.

4. Calathea Orbifolia


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Calathea (Calathea spp.) (Divulgação/Divulgação)

The Calathea is a houseplant that needs partial shade, which makes it perfect to be placed on a stand or on a bedroom shelf that does not receive much natural light.

5. African Violet


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

If you have open shelves in your kitchen, these flowers are great for adding a touch of color to the projects. Tip: they need little sunlight to bloom.

6. Bird's Nest Fern


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Also known as Asplenium, this plant is easy to care for, but it needs plenty of humidity.

7. Gloxinia


plants safe for dogs and cats

Found in a multitude of different colors and styles, plants of the Gloxinia genus are native to Brazil. It is recommended that Gloxinia pots be placed in locations where they can receive a controlled amount of light.

8. Venus Flytrap


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

This plant is not only friendly to pets, but also requires little maintenance. The tip is to place it somewhere that receives at least four hours of direct sunlight.

9. Boston Fern


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Samambaia-americana. (Divulgação/Divulgação)

The Boston Fern is beautiful for décor, safe for pets and requires very little maintenance. The tip is to keep it in a cool location with indirect light and high humidity.

10. Confetti


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Hypoestes phyllostachya, popularly known as confetti plant or polka dot plant, stands out for its beautiful and unique foliage.

11. Watermelon Peperomia


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

The foliage of the Watermelon Peperomia is impressively delicate! This species prefers to stay away from direct sunlight and doesn't need much water to stay alive.

12. Orchid


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Orquídeas (Orchidaceae) (Unsplash/Divulgação)

Few plants give off such an elegant air as an orchid. Fortunately, you can add one to your home without posing a threat to your pet. With proper care, orchids can last up to four months. They do best in partial light. Water once a week during winter and twice a week in the warmer months.

13. Bromeliad


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

If you want to bring a tropical vibe to your space, go for the bromeliad. They need plenty of ventilation, so the tip is to leave it in an open area with windows and indirect sunlight, such as the living room, kitchen, or bedroom.

14. Baby's Tears


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

In addition to being safe for pet owners, this plant is also a good choice for gardening beginners, as it is easy to care for indoors.

15. Herbs


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Basil, rosemary, and thyme are great kitchen herbs that are completely safe for your pet. These plants love direct sunlight, so place them in a strategic spot.

16. Prayer Plant


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(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Wrapping up the list of pet-safe plants is the prayer plant. With their attractive leaves, most species of the genera Maranta and Calathea get this name for a very simple reason: they move on their own!

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