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Emily Smith

What houseplants are toxic to cats? Plant experts warn of 5 species that cat owners should avoid

A Tabby cat surrounded by various houseplants as it lays on a wooden table to support a warning of the houseplants that are toxic to cats.

Catproofing your home can feel like an impossible task, especially when you're also a proud plant parent. Aside from scratched leaves and knocked-over pots, plants and cats can be extremely incompatible, with some plant species being incredibly toxic to our feline friends. 

Want to fill your home with the best fragrant plants to make your house smell good? Unfortunately, many of the most popular plant species are deathly toxic to cats and need to be kept well out of the reach of any curious paws. 

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