Non-toxic plants suitable for growing at home, no need to worry even with children and cats or dogs around

Indoor plants should be chosen with care. Any plant brought indoors carries some risk for children and pets. Many plants are toxic, and poisoning can easily result if they are eaten by mistake, while some plants also cause skin reactions in children. If you choose safe, healthy plants, you can stay away from these dangers.

Choosing suitable plants can purify the air well, increase indoor oxygen levels, and also decorate the home, with excellent ornamental value, forming a bright and natural display.

Below I will introduce some very safe and healthy indoor plants, which can all be bought at ordinary flower shops.

1. Christmas cactus

The Christmas cactus poses no threat to children or pets. Not only is it non-toxic, it also produces bright flowers. Like most succulents, it is especially easy to care for, and a stem cutting inserted into soil will take root and sprout. It usually blooms in winter and spring, bringing bright color to the home in winter. In summer it can be placed in a semi-shaded, cool spot; do not treat it like other cacti by putting it in blazing sun or an overly dry environment, because it prefers higher air humidity and care under short-day conditions.

2. Coleus

Coleus, also called painted nettle, is a very safe plant for children, and when grown outdoors it can also produce brilliant flowers. Its leaves have variegated colors, with common purple, yellow, orange and green, and there are also some mixed-color varieties. You can directly buy some seeds to sow and propagate, or cut a section of stem to root as a cutting. They are very easy to grow and have little demand for light. They like a warm, humid environment year-round, and during growth they need regular watering to keep the soil moist. The care temperature should be kept above 5 degrees recently to avoid cold damage.

3. Boston fern

All ferns are very attractive, and for many people they are hard to grow well. You can try cultivating the Boston fern. It likes a warm, humid environment year-round and grows well in semi-shade or in bright light. They are non-toxic to humans and pets and like to grow in moist conditions with diffused light. You can grow them as hanging baskets, suspended directly by a porch or windowsill.

4. Spider plant

If you like plants that purify the air, have excellent ability, and stay green year-round, then the spider plant is a good choice. It is very easy to grow and can be cared for in water or in soil. It likes a warm, humid environment year-round, and the care location can have appropriate diffused light or can be in a bright spot. Indoors, be sure to maintain a certain air humidity and avoid excessive drought. Of course, avoid frequent watering; too much water easily causes root rot.

5. African violet

The African violet is native to eastern Africa. It is a tropical flowering plant with little demand for light, and it likes to grow in semi-shade or in bright light. If you want it to bloom, you can give it appropriate diffused light each day. It is suitable for growing on a windowsill. Be careful to keep the soil moist, and water thoroughly once the soil has dried out.

6. Inch plant

The inch plant is also a plant that is harmless to children and pets. It is suitable for growing in semi-shade or low-light environments, rather likes moisture, and during growth you should be careful to keep the soil moist and avoid excessive drought. The care location should avoid blazing sun or excessively direct sunlight, otherwise the branches and leaves are easily scorched.