Keep this plant away from small children and pets, as it can be toxic.
Light: Bright, indirect lightWater: Keep the soil moistSoil: Well-draining, peat-rich soil
At maturity, a bird of paradise grown indoors can reach up to six to seven feet tall and four feet wide. Be aware, however, that this plant is toxic to humans, cats, dogs, and horses.
Light: Bright direct to bright indirect lightWater: Water once the soil is drySoil: Loamy, rich, well-drained soil
Despite their popularity, these plants are notorious for being temperamental and difficult to care for. However, under the right care conditions, fiddle leaf figs can grow into full-sized trees. When grown indoors, their size is normally restricted by being grown in pots and careful pruning. The leaves of fiddle leaf figs are toxic to humans, cats, and dogs.
Light: Bright, indirect light.Water: Water once the soil is dry.Soil: Rich, well-draining potting medium.
Unfortunately, the Monstera deliciosa is mildly toxic to cats, dogs, and humans.
Light: Bright indirect light to medium indirect lightWater: Water once the soil is drySoil: Well-draining, rich soil
This houseplant is another one that is toxic to humans and pets. It’s best to keep it out of reach of small children, cats, and dogs.
Light: Bright indirect light to medium indirect lightWater: Water once the soil is drySoil: Well-draining soil
When grown in its natural habitat, the rubber tree can grow up to 50 feet tall. However, when grown indoors, its size and shape can be controlled through pruning and root restriction. This tropical plant requires bright, direct sun to thrive indoors. The rubber tree can be mildly toxic to cats, dogs, and humans.
Light: Direct lightWater: Keep the soil moist during the growing seasonSoil: Well-draining soil
This gorgeous plant does well in bright, indirect light and rich, well-draining soil. Alocasia are toxic to people and pets.
Light: Bright, indirect lightWater: Keep soil moist but not waterloggedSoil: Rich, well-draining soil
This plant is relatively rare and you likely won’t be able to find it at your local garden center and might need to order it online or from a local collector. Philodendron gloriosum is toxic to humans, cats, and dogs.
Light: Bright, indirect sunlightWater: Water once the top one to two inches is drySoil: Rich, well-draining soil
While the banana plant is commonly grown outdoors, it does well as a houseplant when placed in a bright, sunny location. Ensure that the soil stays evenly moist during the growing season. An added bonus is that this tropical plant is safe for pets.
Light: Full sunWater: Keep soil moist but not waterloggedSoil: Rich, well-draining soil
It can be a difficult palm species to keep happy indoors, and it might not be suited for those who don’t have a green thumb. The right light, temperature, and fertilization is imperative to keeping a majesty palm happy.
Light: Bright, indirect lightWater: Keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterloggedSoil: Cactus or succulent soil mix
Place your Calathea orbifolia in a location that receives bright indirect light, and keep the soil evenly moist.
Light: Bright, indirect lightWater: Keep soil evenly moistSoil: Rich, well-draining soil
The tropic snow dumb cane can withstand lots of neglect and can tolerate low light. However, it is toxic to cats, dogs, and humans.
Light: Bright to low light.Water: Water once the soil is dry.Soil: Well-draining, but not picky about soil.
Choose a location in your home that receives bright, indirect light and allow the top inch or two of soil to dry between waterings.
Light: Bright to medium indirect lightWater: Average water needs.Soil: Well-draining soil.
