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  Royal Velvet Plant

  Gynura aurantiaca is an evergreen herbaceous perennial that is safe for dogs and cats. They should be kept in bright light with some protection during the afternoon when the sun is hottest. They need well-drained pots but are not picky about soil. Royal velvet plants like to be well-watered, but do not water their leaves as it makes them prone to fungus. Keep these plants in 60 to 70° and prefers slightly more humid climates. These plants should be fertilized once a week, and monthly or biweekly in the winter.

  Tags cat-safe, dog-safe, evergreen, herb, perennial
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  Belladonna Lily

  Amaryllis belladonna is extremely toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Avoid this plant for their safety. Causes vomiting (not horses), depression, diarrhea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, anorexia, tremors

  Tags bulbous, cat-toxic, dog-toxic, flowering, perennial
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  African Violet

  Scientific name Saintpaulia ionantha is safe and even beneficial for both cats and dogs. This plant requires strong indirect light 10-12 hrs daily, temperatures between 68° – 85°F, 80% humidity, re-pot annually, and watering once a week. It is considered a fairly picky plant and should not be watered from above as water hitting the leaves may cause permanent spotting.

  Tags cat-safe, dog-safe, flowering, perennial
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  Prayer Plant

  Colloquially known as the prayer plant, the scientific name of this plant is Maranta leuconeura. It is safe for both dogs and cats. Consistent warmth, indirect light, temperatures between 68° – 85°F, and watering every 1 to 2 weeks will help this plant thrive.

  Tags cat-safe, dog-safe, flowering, perennial