If a velvet paw is part of the household, then above all attention must be paid to the right greenery in the living rooms. Because many plants are poisonous to a certain extent for the curious cats that like to nibble on the leaves. But no cat owner has to completely do without the decorative greenery in their own home, because there are also non-toxic plants that can be placed in the apartment without worry.
plant
Even if a plant is not poisonous, it can still be unsuitable for a cat household. Because the condition of a plant is also important, if it is sharp-edged, has pointed leaves or thorns and prickles, then injuries are often inevitable. In addition, the non-toxic plants that are in a cat household should not be supplied with biochemical substances, otherwise they could become poisonous for the velvet paws. Because the plants absorb the substances and store them in the leaves, which the cat could nibble on. But even such plants do not have to be disposed of, it can be done in the following way.
- out of reach for cats
- either in a closed room
- or so high that cat cannot reach
- on a single board high up on the wall
- in a closed conservatory
cat in the grass
Suitable plants
Otherwise there is a list of non-toxic plants that can be cultivated in the living room without hesitation, even if a house cat is part of the household.
Plants with B
Blue Lizzie
The Blaue Lieschen, which is absolutely non-toxic, is only suitable for the summer months. Unfortunately, it is an annual and it is usually not possible to get the plant through the winter. Nevertheless, it can be stored again for the next year by taking cuttings before winter. The flowering plant is a balcony flower, but since cats are often out and about here too, the balcony plants must also be absolutely non-toxic. The maintenance should look like this.
- Location sunny to semi-shady
- blooms from May to September
- water moderately
- requires few nutrients
In the flowering period from May to September, the Blaue Lieschen shows small, blue-violet or white flowers that stretch over the plant like a carpet.
Blue Lizzie, Exacum affine
Plants with D
thickleaf or money tree
The plants that belong to the succulent family, Crassulaceae, belong to the succulent family and make the perfect houseplants. Above all, the different varieties also have very interesting names. The thick leaves are often only known to be quite small, but they can reach an impressive height of up to one and a half meters. The right location must be provided, it should be very bright and sunny. The thick leaves retain moisture and the plant therefore only needs to be watered and fertilized moderately. The flowering time of the different varieties extends from autumn to summer. The following non-toxic specimens should be mentioned here.
- Gollum, reminiscent of a bunch of alien fingers
- Blue Bird has slightly red edges
- Ripple Jade
- hulk
money tree
Plants G to J
spider plant
A decorative and good alternative to cat grass is the spider plant. The culms are soft and the plant is non-toxic. So the cat can nibble on it without hesitation. The plant is also available in three different variants. There is the green variety, the green-white variety with straight, smooth leaves and green-white with wavy leaves. The care of Chlorophytum comosum is also very easy and is designed as follows.
- semi-shady to shady location
- can therefore also find a place in a room corner
- permeable substrate
- Avoid waterlogging
- fertilize regularly
- with organic fertilizer
However, caution is advised with this plant if it is to be placed in a smoker's household. Because if it comes into contact with smoke, it filters the pollutants, which can then become poisonous for cats. Therefore, it should only be placed in a smoke-free room, such as the bedroom, when the cat has access.
spider plant
hibiscus
The plants from the hibiscus family are just as suitable for living spaces as they are for a place on the balcony or terrace in summer. If it is also bright and warm in winter, then it will already bloom in late winter. The colors of the flowers vary from white to pink to orange or various shades of purple. The hibiscus can be cultivated to be small, but if given a large container it can grow several meters, in which case a conservatory location would be ideal. Caring for the decorative hibiscus is very simple.
- bright, sunny location
- water moderately
- fertilize little
- Avoid waterlogging
hibiscus
jasmine
Jasmine is said to be not very easy to care for. However, this is different with the summer jasmine Solanum. The container plant develops its graceful white flowers with the yellow dot in the middle with little care. If the location is warm and sheltered, it will grow luxuriantly. It does not need full sun for this, but is also in good hands in a partially shaded location. So that the jasmine blooms richly on the windowsill, it should be given the following care.
- warm location even in winter
- then the leaves are not shed
- water regularly
- ideally via the lower shell
- fertilize regularly
peasant jasmine
Plants with K
cat grass
The classic among cat lovers is of course cat grass, which should not be missing in any household with a cat. Because this is not only suitable as a decorative plant, it is above all one of the most important nutritional supplements for house cats, which have no opportunity to eat blades of grass as outdoor cats. At least one plant of cat grass should be available in every cat household. You can sow the grass yourself with a seed mix from a well-stocked gardening store. Maintenance is easy and looks like this.
- do not fertilize
- otherwise the cat can ingest toxic substances
- water regularly
- always sow again
- so grass is always available for the cat
If the house tiger is not provided with cat grass in the apartment and if the cat is not an outdoor cat, then the owner must expect many nibbled leaves on other plants.
cat grass
camellia
In winter, the camellia shows its attractive flowers. Although it is known to be difficult to care for, this is not true. Because if you give it the right care, it will show its large red, pink or white flowers every winter. For this, however, it needs colder temperatures for formation, so it is in good hands in an unheated conservatory, a bright stairwell or a bedroom. A location on a sheltered terrace or balcony is also ideal for the graceful plant. Maintenance should look like this here.
- use rhododendron fertilizer for fertilizing
- only fertilize a little
- water moderately
- Avoid waterlogging
- Avoid drafts
camellia
coconut tree
The graceful coconut palm is slim and tall, and above all needs a lot of light to thrive. Therefore, a place next to a window with enough light and sunshine is ideal for the plant. However, it should not be placed next to a heater, as it could get too warm here in winter. So the following conditions are ideal for Cocos nucifera to grow well.
- grows directly from the nut
- don't pour on the nut
- otherwise it could become moldy
- Ideal temperature between 16° and 18° Celsius
- therefore also suitable for a bedroom or stairwell
- Fertilize regularly with organic fertilizer
The trade offers various fertilizers that consist of biological substances and are therefore not chemically produced. Of course, compost is still one of the best fertilizers, but it's usually not so suitable for houseplants because of the smell. But for this purpose, pressed pellets are commercially available, for example with cattle manure.
coconut tree
Kentia Palme
The Kentia palm is also known under the name Howea and gives every room a special green touch. However, because it looks similar to the poisonous mountain palm, these two plants can easily be confused. Therefore, when buying, you should pay particular attention to the signage. The Kentia palm offers many long, green leaves and does not even need a very bright location. The easy-care plant desires the following conditions.
- light to shady everything is allowed
- therefore also suitable for room corners
- needs a lot of water
- don't let it dry out
- fertilize regularly with organic fertilizer
- in the form of pressed cattle dung
Kentia Palme
basket marante
The Korbmarante has the advantage that it can be cultivated as a small plant on the windowsill, but if it is given enough space for the roots and its excessive growth, then it can also grow up to two meters high and embellish every corner of the room. Because the plant is above all an absolute miracle of colour, the leaves that close at night are rich green on the upper side and aubergine on the underside. Caring for the graceful plant is easy.
- bright location
- Substrate rich in nutrients and permeable
- also suitable for hydroponics
- fertilize regularly
- always keep moist
- Avoid waterlogging
Houseplants with large leaves should be dusted regularly, not only for their appearance, but also to absorb certain substances from the air.
Cork marante, Calathea zebrina
corkscrew rush
The robust corkscrew rush needs a little care to thrive. The plant is also known as love bells because of its ornate shoots. The plant prefers wet soil as this is originally a swamp plant. The good thing, she never suffers from root rot. The motto here is really, a lot helps a lot, because the corkscrew rush should never dry out. Otherwise, the following can be said about their care.
- wet, bright location
- also works well on an indoor fountain
- fertilize little
This plant is a green plant that can grow very tall if it is given the right location, for example in a conservatory.
corkscrew rush
Plants with R
Rose of Jericho
A plant that really forgives everything is the rose of Jericho. The fantastic plant does not need soil, it is simply placed in a bowl of water when it is to open. When the water is gone, it closes again. The squiggly shape is decorative and makes a wonderful spectacle on a windowsill. She noticed her property because this is a desert plant that has to do without water for a long time.
Rose of Jericho
rosette thickleaf
The succulents also include the rosette succulent, which impresses with its graceful rosette-like shape. Because the leaves, shaped like flowers, form directly from the trunk. But the rosette succulent expects a little more encouragement and care and is therefore not exactly easy to care for, mainly because it should move to a cooler place in winter, such as an unheated conservatory, a bright stairwell or a bedroom window sill. At the end of winter, multi-flowered, yellow inflorescences form. The care is as follows.
- in summer bright and like hot
- Sun exposure is absolutely tolerated
- tolerates prolonged drought
- stores water in the thick leaves
- fertilize regularly
Rosette thickleaf, Aeonium arboreum
Plants with S
sword fern
As a rule, ferns are considered poisonous, but there is one exception, because the sword fan is harmless, but also very demanding in terms of care. Above all, Nephrolebis exlata needs the right mix of watering to thrive. So it should never be too dry but also not too wet. Cultivated in a hydroponic system, it can draw the required amount of water itself. When caring for the demanding plant, you should proceed as follows.
- he reacts to care mistakes with brown tips or leaves
- then reduce or increase the amount of water
- Check out the roots
- if the soil is dry pour more
- if the fern is too wet, remove it from the container
- use dry, fresh soil
- repot every three years
- can then be multiplied by separation
- fertilize regularly
The Swordfan likes light to sunny weather, however, too much sun exposure through a window can cause sunburn, which is reflected in the leaves, which appear burned and pale.
sword fern
shadow tube
There are many different varieties of the graceful shade tube, which belongs to the Gesneria family. Depending on the variety, the leaves are bronze or green with dark and light veins. The plant shows its small red flowers throughout the summer. However, these only form if the desired attention is paid to the shadow tube. The plants can be cultivated as traffic light plants or as ground covers in large tubs. The maintenance should look like this.
- Partially shaded location
- not dark, then it will not grow
- warm all year round
- Temperatures not below 16° Celsius
- wants humidity
- can be generated by a humidifier
- no draft
- evenly moist and fertilize regularly
Shade tube, Episcia cupreata