Sharing your home with a curious cat or a playful pup doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice your love of indoor greenery. There’s a whole world of pet friendly plants that are safe for your furry companions and beautiful enough to elevate your living space.

At Hello Botanical, we’re often asked which plants are best suited to homes with pets. While supervision and smart placement are always a good idea, these 10 indoor plants are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, offering peace of mind and plenty of style.

Calathea (Prayer Plant family)

Striking patterns, velvety leaves, and gentle movement … Calatheas are as mesmerising as they are safe. Ideal for lower-light corners, they’re also a favourite for creating lush, pet-friendly plant corners.

Peperomia

With their compact size and easy-going nature, Peperomias are perfect for bookshelves, desktops, or as part of a grouped vignette. Bonus: they’re pet safe and come in a beautiful array of leaf shapes and colours.

Maranta (Prayer Plant)

A close cousin of the Calathea, Maranta’s leaves fold up at night; a charming trait that adds personality to your indoor jungle. They’re safe for pets and relatively low-maintenance, too.

Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia obtusifolia)

Glossy, succulent-like leaves make this Peperomia variety a standout. It thrives in bright, indirect light and handles a bit of neglect – perfect for busy pet parents.

Parlour Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)

A timeless indoor favourite, the Parlour Palm adds an elegant, tropical touch to your space. Completely safe for pets, it’s also an air-purifier and adapts well to lower light.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

A classic for good reason – the Spider Plant is resilient, fast-growing, and non-toxic to pets. Cats in particular seem to love batting at its dangling baby offshoots.

Rattlesnake Plant (Calathea lancifolia)

With wavy, spotted foliage and purple undersides, the Rattlesnake Plant brings a burst of colour to any room. It’s pet friendly, easy on the eyes, and happiest with filtered light and regular watering.

Areca Palm

Also known as the Butterfly Palm, this light-loving beauty brings a breezy, coastal feel to your interiors. It’s safe for both cats and dogs and makes an excellent statement plant.

Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)

A bushy, textured favourite that softens shelves and hanging pots alike. Boston Ferns are pet safe and thrive in humidity (think bathrooms or kitchens with filtered light).

African Violet (Saintpaulia)

For a touch of old-school charm, African Violets offer velvety leaves and dainty blooms. They’re a sweet, safe option for pet-friendly homes and do well with consistent moisture and indirect light.

Caring for Your Pet Friendly Plants

Even with non-toxic plants, it’s always wise to keep them out of reach if your pets are prone to nibbling. Soil can still pose a temptation (especially to curious kittens), and rough play can damage delicate leaves. Placement, supervision and the occasional distraction toy go a long way!

Discover pet friendly plants at Hello Botanical

We’ve curated a dedicated collection of pet friendly indoor plants for peace of mind and aesthetic delight. Whether you’re sending a gift to a fellow animal lover or updating your own space, our pet-safe range is clearly labelled and Melbourne-same-day ready. Need help choosing? Our team’s always happy to chat and recommend something that suits your space and your sidekick.

Let your indoor garden thrive … safely and beautifully.