What houseplants are OK for cats?
Every family nowadays has a furry member in it. If you are one of those who love cats, we present you the indoor plants suitable for cats.
Pussycats are lovely, there's no way to get bored with one at home. They even take naps in witty positions and it's impossible not to melt with their antics. Due to their curious nature, cats love to explore their entire environment and, just like children, they usually do so using all their senses, including taste; So it's normal to discover your cat chewing on the leaves of your plants or swinging in ferns. It's unavoidable, so it's best to play it safe with these houseplants that are okay for cats.
Cat Safe Plants
Calatheas All plants that belong to the- Calatheas
genus are safe for your cat. You can choose a beautiful Calathea Triostar, with those beautiful pink colors, or a Calathea Roseopicta, with those incredible lines. All of its varieties stand out for their colors and textures, so you can collect several.
- Ribbons
incredible plants, not only do they have a formidable fall but they purify the environment of toxins, they are almost immortal and they are also safe for your pet. You can't ask for more than one plant, beautiful, useful and safe.
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leafy palm tree will look great in large spaces. It prefers indirect light to continue growing and developing its purifying power, while resisting the onslaught of your kitten who will surely try to climb it.
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are ferns that can be toxic to your pets, but the Boston Fern will not only look beautiful hanging or in an original pot because of its long fronds, but it is also a perfect companion for your kitten. As if that were not enough, it regulates the ambient humidity, neutralizes static electricity and purifies the environment.
- Orchids
Orchids are beautiful, elegant and full of color and charm, but they are also safe for your cat. Believe it or not, these plants aren't as difficult to care for as they say – they love moisture, indirect light, and loose substrates that allow the roots to breathe. And if you want to keep your cat away from flowers, sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon and cayenne pepper in water.
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certain herbs that can attract cats with their aroma, such as catnip or catnip and lemongrass (malojillo, lemon verbena) while the others may not attract them as much, but are still safe for consumption; such as rosemary, oregano, mint, among others. Plus, it's always a plus to be able to use them in the kitchen.
- Aerial
plants like those of the genus Tillandsia are amazing, not only are they delicate and elegant, they are so easy to care for that they hardly require being sprayed with water every one to two weeks. They are regal in terrariums or can be placed in artistic and very modern arrangements. The best part is that they can withstand your kittens' games and won't hurt them.
These plants, which belong to the Maranta species, are beautiful, with their pink lines and contrasting green leaves. They also have this reflex of raising their leaves when evening falls, as if they were in prayer, and they spread out again in the mornings. As if that weren't enough, they're harmless to your cats, even if they chew on them a little.
