Houseplants

Pet and child safety

Some popular houseplants are poisonous if a pet or child chews or swallows them, for example lily, peace lily, dumb cane (dieffenbachia) and philodendron. Keep any plant marked as toxic well out of reach of pets and young children. If a pet has eaten one, contact a vet straight away; if a child has, get medical advice.

Where to get help

Animal PoisonLine or the Veterinary Poisons Information Service, or contact your vet