Some plants, despite their beauty, probably have no place in your home if you have children or pets. Discover the 5 plants you should avoid to keep your home healthy and your loved ones safe.
Plants can transform your home into a haven of greenery and color, but when you have small children or pets, this choice can be like playing with fire. Discover the plants that can be a bit... poisonous, threatening both your safety and that of your loved ones.
#1 Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia, also known as the "mute plant", is widely cultivated for its colorful and striking leaves. However, this plant contains irritant and toxic substances that can cause swelling of the tongue and respiratory tract if swallowed. So make sure to keep it away from children and pets.
#2 Spathiphyllum Wallisii
The Spathiphyllum Wallisii (know as Peace Lily) is a popular plant for its elegance and white flowers. However, it contains toxic substances that can cause irritation to the mouth, throat and stomach if swallowed. Choose non-poisonous plants if you have children or pets who may be attracted to its beauty.
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#3 Yew
The Yew, a typical Christmas plant, is famous for its crimson berries. However, swallowing them can be extremely dangerous, due to the substance inside them, ilicin. In fact, swallowing more than 20 berries can even lead to death.
#4 Monstera
"Adam's rib", a popular houseplant, is extremely poisonous, especially to pets. In fact, this particular plant contains high concentrations of oxalic acid crystals, and ingesting its stems and leaves can cause discomfort, facial itching, vomiting, excessive salivation, and even paralysis of the tongue.
#5 Lust
Lust is one of the most popular and easy-to-maintain houseplants. In addition, this plant grows very quickly and requires minimal care. However, it is also rich in calcium oxalate crystals that can cause mucous membrane irritation if swallowed. So the advice is to keep it up to protect the children. Special attention if you have cats at home. As felines love heights and nothing can stop them.
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The above plants, despite their beauty, are not the most suitable choice for a house with children or pets. Say "no" to them and prefer more "friendly" plants that will renew your home and life. A good solution is to choose "lucky" plants that will bring positive energy and good luck to your space. Looking for more ideas to style your favorite place in the world? Find what you need in the Spitogatos' blog articles and create a clean, beautiful and functional space, just as you dream of it.
Spitogatos team
