What Pet-Safe Houseplant Should I Get? (Quiz)

Love plants but worried about your cat or dog? Every result in this pet-safe plant quiz is non-toxic (ASPCA) — we just match you to the right one for your light, time and style, with a free AI care plan.

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The quiz

  1. How much light does the spot get?
    • Dim / low light
    • Medium / indirect
    • Bright
  2. How much care time do you have?
    • Very little
    • A weekly check-in
    • I enjoy fussing
  3. Who are you shopping for?
    • Cat
    • Dog
    • Both
  4. Preferred look?
    • Lush & leafy
    • Trailing
    • Flowering
    • Neat & compact
  5. Can you offer humidity / regular care?
    • Yes, I'm hands-on
    • Keep it low-maintenance
  6. Your experience level?
    • Beginner
    • Confident
  7. Your dealbreaker:
    • Must be hard to kill
    • Must handle low light
    • Must look impressive

Plants you could be matched with

  • Spider Plant — Pet-safe, easygoing and endlessly generous with babies — a low-stress trailing classic for any room.
  • Parlor Palm — A pet-safe, low-light palm that brings soft greenery to dim corners with very little fuss.
  • Peperomia — A compact, pet-safe desk plant with thick glossy leaves — tidy, undemanding and perfect for small spots.
  • Calathea Orbifolia — Pet-safe, dramatic striped foliage that loves humidity — a showpiece for a hands-on, bathroom-bright spot.
  • Boston Fern — A lush, pet-safe fern that loves humidity — perfect for a steamy bathroom or a misted, hands-on spot.
  • Prayer Plant (Maranta) — Pet-safe, humidity-loving and beautifully patterned — a rewarding match if you enjoy a hands-on routine.
  • Phalaenopsis Orchid — Long-lasting, pet-safe blooms for a bright-ish spot — easier than its reputation once you nail the weekly soak.
  • String of Hearts — Pet-safe, delicate heart-shaped trails for a bright hanging spot — fast-growing and forgiving.

Frequently asked questions

Which houseplants are safe for cats and dogs?

Spider plant, parlor palm, peperomia, Boston fern, prayer plant, calathea, phalaenopsis orchid and string of hearts are all ASPCA non-toxic — safe around cats and dogs.

What common houseplants are toxic to pets?

Pothos, monstera, philodendron, peace lily, ZZ and snake plant are all toxic to pets. This quiz only ever matches you to non-toxic plants.

Is the pet-safe plant quiz free?

Yes. After your match you'll get a free AI care plan for your pet-safe plant.