![]() ![]() There is also concern for eye irritation including redness, swelling, squinting or pawing of the eyes if any gets near or in the eye. The sap contains an irritant that causes vomiting and drooling. Unfortunately, it’s that white substance that causes issues if your pet ingests it. If you have ever broken a stem on a pencil cactus, you have seen the white sap or latex of the plant. Pencil cactus or euphorbia tirucalli is a cute little succulent that gets its name from its stems, which are about the diameter of a pencil. Since the Jade plant can handle both low and high amounts of sunlight, try keeping it in a high up spot that your pet cannot get to. This is not to be confused with a pachira aquatica which is also referred to as a Money Tree. The Jade plant has a number of other common names and is also known as: Lucky plant, Money Tree or Money plant. Jade plants or crassula ovata are considered toxic, potentially causing vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and inappetence if ingested. Chinese Money plant ( pilea peperomiodes).It’s also a good idea to keep a list of the scientific names of the plants in your house, as many common names overlap with different species and toxicity can vary between species. Some pets may develop mild stomach upset ingesting any type of plant, since it is not part of their regular diet. However, it is important to remember that “non-toxic” does not mean “no problem”. If your furry friend is keen on nibbling plants, or if you would prefer not to worry about your pet ingesting a plant, you may consider one of the below succulents. ![]() The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) has a list of which popular succulents are toxic and which are safe, as well as tips to help keep your pets safe. However, more variety can also lead to some confusion over which plants are safe for your pets. The wide variety of succulents available today allows people to have a vast array of different types of foliage at home to enjoy. Many people enjoy succulents for their easy care, pretty aesthetic and compact size. ![]() For those with pets at home, having plants may be a little more challenging, particularly if your furry friend thinks that a new plant may be tasty. And why not? Plants provide numerous benefits, from adding some visual interest, to helping with mental health and some even clean the air. With many people spending more time at home, interest in adding some greenery to indoor spaces has only skyrocketed. ![]()
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