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Raluca Racasan

7 toxic houseplants you should never bring into a home with pets, according to experts

Living room with large crittal windows, grey sofa, wood dining table and sideboard, plant.

If you love making houseplants part of your home’s design but you also have pets, something’s got to give. When it comes to bringing greenery into a home with animals, you need to be very mindful as some of them can be very harmful to your furry friends if ingested. 

They might look harmless, but it’s important to be aware of the danger some houseplants pose. If you're a pet parent but you love decorating with plants, make sure you're clued up on those you can and can't keep for an animal-friendly environment. To find out more, I spoke to plant experts who gave me a list of seven toxic houseplants (and flowers) you should be extra wary of when bringing into a home with pets. 

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