Dangerous to health and life: which indoor plants should be kept away from pets

Many plants and flowers are toxic to pets and can cause serious problems.

In this article you will learn which flowers are toxic to cats and dogs and which are not.

Which spring flowers are dangerous for pets

Narcissus is considered one of the most dangerous flowers for the cat family - it provokes respiratory depression and heart rhythm disturbances. Tulip bulbs contain allergenic lactones.

These substances cause vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite and depression in cats.

Leaves of hyacinths, irises, lilies of the valley, and lily pollen are poisonous to cats.

Tulips, peonies and chrysanthemums are dangerous - they provoke allergic dermatitis, convulsions, heart failure, and cause irritation of the mucous membranes.

The much-loved geranium, growing on almost every windowsill, can harm your pet: its flowers are dangerous for a cat.

Which cut flowers are safe for cats

Safe indoor plants: orchid, saintpaulia, chlorophytum, fern, calathea, gloxinia.

Calathea, gloxinia, and peperomia are also considered safe.

Among the garden plants that are safe for cats are carrot tops, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and marigolds.

Also, plants such as lavender, mint, lemon balm, and lemongrass will not cause harm.

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• 14 February 2024

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