6 Stylish Houseplants That Are Safe for Pets

Having plants at home is a total luxury, and for many of us, this means our space needs to serve both style and safety. Whether your home doubles as a zoo or you just have one curious cat, taking the time to choose the right plants can make a massive difference.

Today, I’m sharing some of my absolute favourite pet-safe plant ideas to help you create a space that makes you feel relaxed and keeps your furry friends safe. Here are 6 of my top picks.

1. Areca Palm

I’ve been absolutely dying to bring some tropical greenery into my house, but so many of them are toxic to pets. I was so thrilled to find out the Areca Palm is a safe choice!

This is the exact kind of plant you can show off in a big, statement pot. I’m thinking a metallic one for that perfect retro-modern vibe. It’s an instant focal point for any room.

Areca palm plants — A whole collection of Areca Palms.
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It’s also known for being air-purifying and pretty easy to manage. The key is not to over-water it. A good rule is to give it a drink when the soil just below the surface starts to feel dry.

For lighting, a great tip is to let it get used to being inside slowly. You can put it outside in a spot with partial shade for a few weeks, and then bring it into its new home in a bright spot!

Areca palm in a modern living room — An Areca Palm making a statement in a modern room.
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Potted areca palm plant — A gorgeous, full potted Areca Palm.
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2. Prayer Plant

Next up is the Prayer Plant, and it’s a total showstopper. It really grabs your attention with its stunning, intricate leaves. I just love the mix of different green shades and those little pops of pink detailing.

Prayer plant in a white pot — A prayer plant looks perfect in a simple white pot.
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This plant is pretty happy in medium lighting. You’ll want to keep its soil moist, but be careful not to make it too wet. It’s also really important to avoid direct sunlight, which can make those beautiful leaves fade.

When you’re picking a pot, just make sure it doesn’t compete with the foliage. Honestly, a simple pot is often the best choice to let those unforgettable leaves shine.

Striking leaves of the prayer plant — A close-up of the prayer plant’s striking leaves.

Beautiful prayer plant leaf — The unforgettable, beautiful leaf of a prayer plant.
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3. Ponytail Palm

If you want a plant with a truly sculptural vibe, look no further. The Ponytail Palm has this amazing wide base, a really striking trunk, and a full-on fountain of long leaves. It’s so dramatic!

It’s really not surprising why this plant is so often the main focal point in modern living rooms.

Ponytail palm from My City Plants — The sculptural look of a Ponytail Palm.
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Ponytail palm in a modern living room — A Ponytail Palm taking center stage.
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For care, bright light is what it loves best. It also has a really relaxed watering schedule, which is perfect for me. Just watering it once every one or two weeks is usually enough.

You can display one all by itself, or go for a really lush, tropical look and plant a whole row of them. That creates a high-end, resort-style feel.

Row of ponytail palms in a well-lit interior — A row of palms creates a resort-style feel.
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4. Spider Plant

Okay, let’s talk about some foliage that really demands your attention! The Spider Plant is a classic for a reason. It has these long, spiky leaves that give you a really dramatic look, but somehow it never overpowers the room. I love seeing them on a fireplace mantel.

Long striped spider plant leaves — The long, striped leaves of a spider plant.
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Because this plant has such great cascading tendencies and grows those little dangling “plantlets,” it’s absolutely ideal for hanging baskets.

Spider plants are happiest when they’re placed right next to a window. And the best part? It’s a plant that needs to dry out between waterings, which gives you plenty of time to remember to hydrate it!

Spider plant on a fireplace mantel — A spider plant looks amazing on a fireplace mantel.
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Spider plant in a swan planter — A spider plant in a whimsical swan planter.
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5. Baby Rubber Plant

Are you looking for a plant that’s perfect for containers and just glistens with style? You have to check out the Baby Rubber Plant. It’s so shiny and bright, but it’s also wonderfully low-maintenance.

Those waxy, round leaves give it this special sheen and a shape that’s just ideal for whatever pot you pick.

Baby Rubber Plants love bright, indirect light. It’s apparently really easy to overwater them, so you have to resist the urge! In fact, letting the soil dry out almost completely between waterings is the best plan for this no-fuss plant.

Vibrant baby rubber plant — The vibrant, waxy leaves of a baby rubber plant.
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6. Lemon Button Fern

This one is just so sweet. With its tiny arching stems and that cute, button-like foliage, the Lemon Button Fern is the perfect little accent piece for a shelf or a tabletop. It’s a petite plant and usually levels out at about one foot tall.

The fern’s curved shape and its delicate leaves also make it a great choice for hanging baskets. But at the same time, a simple terracotta pot is a perfect home for this dainty, eye-catching plant. It’s ideal for low to medium light, and you just need to keep the soil moist without completely oversaturating it.

Potted lemon button fern — A delicate potted Lemon Button Fern.
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Lemon button fern in a terracotta pot — This fern looks perfect in a simple terracotta pot.
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I hope you’ve loved this look at some of my favourite pet-safe plants! It just goes to show you don’t have to give up on style to keep your furry friends safe.

Which one caught your eye? I’d love to hear about it in the comments below!