Pet-Safe Houseplants: Toxicity Resources for Missouri Gardeners

Missouri climate (Zone 5-6) suits many indoor plants. Use these databases to check toxicity:

Common Safe Choices

Spider Plant, Boston Fern, Areca Palm, Calathea, Peperomia, African Violet, Prayer Plant, Haworthia, Echeveria.

Oleander, Sago Palm, Dieffenbachia, Philodendron, Pothos, Peace Lily, Jade, Aloe, Euphorbia.

Always verify species; common names vary.

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