High-risk toxic
Lily
Lilium and Hemerocallis species
True lilies and daylilies are high-risk plants for cats. Even small exposures should be treated as urgent.
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Plant Safety Checker for Cats, Dogs, and Horses
Search the first-wave database by common name, scientific name, or alias. Missing plants return unknown instead of a guessed safety label.
Plant safety checker
Search a plant before your pet gets near it
This site is a pet-safety reference, not veterinary advice. If your pet has eaten a plant or is showing symptoms, contact your veterinarian or a poison-control service immediately.
Common search question
Is this plant toxic to my cat?
Use the checker as a first screen, then open the plant page for the scientific name, animal-specific status, source links, and safer alternatives. If the plant is missing, do not assume it is safe.
Identification
How do I match a plant's scientific name to toxicity information?
Compare the label, florist invoice, receipt, or nursery listing with the scientific name on the plant page. Common names such as lily, palm, fern, and daisy can point to different plants with different pet risks.
What common houseplants and flowers are toxic to cats?
These are frequent starting points when a plant owner needs to check a label quickly.
High-risk toxic
Easter Lily
Lilium longiflorum
Easter lily is a true lily and should be treated as a high-risk plant for cats. Do not wait for symptoms after a known cat exposure.
Reported toxic
Calla Lily
Zantedeschia species
Calla lily is not a true lily, but it is still commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs because chewing can irritate the mouth and stomach.
Reported toxic
Peace Lily
Spathiphyllum species
Peace lily is not a true lily, but it is still commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs due to irritating crystals.
Reported toxic
Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
Pothos is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs because chewing can irritate the mouth and stomach.
Reported toxic
Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata
Snake plant is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets that chew plants.
Reported toxic
Aloe
Aloe vera
Aloe is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs. Do not assume a plant is safe because it is common in homes.
Reported toxic
Hosta
Hosta species
Hosta is commonly reported as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. It is not a pet-safe shade plant choice for yards or patios.
Source policy
How current is this plant safety checker?
The priority checker pages were last materially reviewed on 2026-07-24. Each answer is tied to named public sources where available, and missing plants are returned as unknown instead of being guessed safe.
Corrections
What if a plant name or safety source looks wrong?
Use the contact page with the plant label, scientific name, source URL, and page address. Corrections are handled conservatively because pet exposure pages can affect urgent decisions.
Priority plant safety guides
Common plant safety checks to open next
If the checker result is about lilies, bouquets, calla lily, Easter lily, or hosta, these pages give the source-backed context behind the short result.
plant safety checkerSearch a plant by name
Use the checker when you have a plant label, common name, or scientific name and need a first safety screen.
toxic flowers for catsCheck bouquet flowers before they enter a cat homeCompare lilies, calla lilies, tulips, chrysanthemums, hydrangeas, peonies, and safer flower starting points.
my cat ate a lilyRead the emergency-first lily pageUse this when a cat may have chewed a true lily, daylily, Easter lily, or a confusing lily-named plant.
are calla lilies toxic to catsCalla lily safety notesCalla lily is not a true lily, but it is still not a cat-safe flower. The exact plant name matters.
easter lily poisonous to catsEaster lily risk for catsEaster lily is a true lily and should be treated as high risk for cats according to veterinary poison references.
are hostas toxic to catsHosta safety for petsHosta is a common shade plant that should not be treated as pet-safe for cats, dogs, or horses.
All first-wave plant records
Use this list to scan common houseplants, bouquet flowers, and high-risk plants.
Reported non-toxic
Rose
Rosa species
Roses are commonly reported as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, but thorns, pesticides, and fertilizers can still cause problems.
Reported non-toxic
Orchid
Phalaenopsis species
Phalaenopsis orchids are commonly listed as non-toxic for cats and dogs. Use the scientific name when checking a specific orchid.
Reported non-toxic
Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum
Spider plant is commonly listed as non-toxic for cats and dogs. Cats may still chew it, so watch for stomach upset.
Reported non-toxic
Sunflower
Helianthus annuus
Sunflower is commonly listed as non-toxic for cats, dogs, and horses, making it a safer bouquet choice than lilies.
Reported non-toxic
Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Basil is commonly listed as non-toxic for cats and dogs. Keep seasonings, oils, and treated soil away from pets.
Use caution
Money Tree
Pachira aquatica
Money tree is often chosen as a pet-friendlier houseplant. Confirm the exact plant because common names can be reused.
Reported non-toxic
Christmas Cactus
Schlumbergera bridgesii
Christmas cactus is commonly listed as non-toxic for cats and dogs. Large amounts of any plant material can still upset the stomach.
Reported non-toxic
Bamboo Palm
Chamaedorea seifrizii
Bamboo palm is commonly listed as non-toxic for cats and dogs. Do not confuse it with sago palm, which is a serious hazard.
Use caution
Calathea
Calathea species
Calathea and prayer-plant relatives are commonly used as pet-friendlier houseplants. Check the exact name when buying.
Reported non-toxic
Catnip
Nepeta cataria
Catnip is commonly listed as non-toxic for cats and is intentionally grown for cats. Use moderation because too much can cause stomach upset.
High-risk toxic
Lily
Lilium and Hemerocallis species
True lilies and daylilies are high-risk plants for cats. Even small exposures should be treated as urgent.
Reported toxic
Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata
Snake plant is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets that chew plants.
Reported toxic
Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
Pothos is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs because chewing can irritate the mouth and stomach.
Reported toxic
Peace Lily
Spathiphyllum species
Peace lily is not a true lily, but it is still commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs due to irritating crystals.
Reported toxic
Hydrangea
Hydrangea species
Hydrangea is commonly reported as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Keep bouquets and yard clippings away from pets.
Use caution
Daisy
Bellis perennis and related common names
Daisy is a common name used for several plants. Treat unidentified daisies as caution until the exact plant is confirmed.
Reported toxic
Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum species
Chrysanthemums are commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs. Do not use them as a cat-safe bouquet substitute.
Reported toxic
Peony
Paeonia officinalis
Peony is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep cut stems and petals away from pets.
Reported toxic
Aloe
Aloe vera
Aloe is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs. Do not assume a plant is safe because it is common in homes.
Reported toxic
Monstera
Monstera deliciosa
Monstera is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs because chewing can irritate the mouth and digestive tract.
Use caution
Fern
Varies by species
Fern is too broad to treat as one safety result. Boston fern is commonly used as pet-friendlier, while some fern-like plants are not.
Use caution
ZZ Plant
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
ZZ plant is best treated as caution unless you have a source for the exact plant. Many pet owners avoid it because chewing can irritate pets.
High-risk toxic
Sago Palm
Cycas revoluta
Sago palm is a high-risk plant for cats and dogs. Seeds and other parts can be dangerous; exposure needs urgent help.
Reported toxic
Tulip
Tulipa species
Tulip is commonly reported as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Bulbs are a particular concern.
Reported toxic
Azalea
Rhododendron species
Azalea and rhododendron are commonly reported as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Keep pets away from cuttings and yard plants.
Reported toxic
Hosta
Hosta species
Hosta is commonly reported as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. It is not a pet-safe shade plant choice for yards or patios.
Use caution
Hibiscus
Hibiscus species
Hibiscus is a broad common name, so check the exact species before treating it as safe. Some pet owners search this because hibiscus appears in yards, teas, and bouquets.
Reported non-toxic
Lilac
Syringa species
Common lilac is often treated as a lower-risk plant, but the common name can be confused with unrelated plants. Confirm the scientific name before bringing cuttings near pets.
Reported non-toxic
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria species
ASPCA lists Peruvian lily, also called alstroemeria, as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. It is not a true lily, but any chewed plant material can still cause stomach upset.
Reported toxic
Calla Lily
Zantedeschia species
Calla lily is not a true lily, but it is still commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs because chewing can irritate the mouth and stomach.
High-risk toxic
Easter Lily
Lilium longiflorum
Easter lily is a true lily and should be treated as a high-risk plant for cats. Do not wait for symptoms after a known cat exposure.
Reported toxic
Golden Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
Golden pothos is commonly reported as toxic to cats and dogs because chewing can irritate the mouth and digestive tract.
Reported non-toxic
Peruvian Lily
Alstroemeria species
Peruvian lily is another common name for alstroemeria. ASPCA lists this entity as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; it is not the same as a true lily.