23 Houseplants That Are Good For You, Your Home, and, Most Importantly, Your Pets!

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If you have a furry friend lounging around your house, you don't want them to get sick due to the simple pleasure of owning a houseplant. That said, you may be torn, since the stress-reducing, air-cleansing, and overall positive qualities that houseplants bring to the table — aside from their decor — make for an appealing argument to get them.

If you've been avoiding plants all of these years, we have a solution: nontoxic plants. They're on trend, healthfully beneficial, and, of course, pet-friendly. Read on to see our favourite feel-good, look-good picks, and turn your home into a lush green forest in no time!

Additional reporting by Lauren Harano

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African Violet Plant
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African Violet Plant

The colorfully bloomed African Violet Plant ($15) is safe for your furry friend and can match any space!

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Air Plant
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Air Plant

The soil-free Air Plant ($36) is extremely easy to maintain and comes in a variety of shapes and colours to match your aesthetic!

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Aluminium Plant
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Aluminium Plant

The silvery markings on the leaves of the Aluminium Plant ($8) add a stand-out feature that's so unique.

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Baby Tears Plant
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Baby Tears Plant

The moss-like Baby Tears Plant ($20) looks great in a terrarium with its striking green leaves.

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Basil Herb Plant
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Basil Herb Plant

Grow the Basil Herb Plant ($15) in your kitchen and garnish your foods with it!

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Bird's Nest Fern
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Bird's Nest Fern

Place the Bird's Nest Fern ($24) on a bathroom shelf or near a window as these leafy green plants love high spaces, humidity, and lots of sunlight!

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Boston Fern
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Boston Fern

The luscious Boston Fern ($29) enjoys high humidity and indirect sunlight, so keep this in mind when purchasing!

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Cast Iron Plant
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Cast Iron Plant

If you have a bare corner that doesn't get a lot of sunlight, try out the Cast Iron Plant ($50) as it loves low-light conditions.

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Curly Lipstick Plant
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Curly Lipstick Plant

The Curly Lipstick Plant ($25) gets its name from its adorable flowers that peek out of tube-like stems.

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Haworthia Zebra Plant
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Haworthia Zebra Plant

The Haworthia Zebra Plant ($27) is extremely easy to care for as it simply requires direct sunlight, with a watering every two weeks or so.

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Hoya Heart Plant
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Hoya Heart Plant

This cute heart-shaped Hoya Heart Plant ($28) is extremely low-maintenance and grows slowly (so you won't have to repot quickly)!

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Money Tree Plant
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Money Tree Plant

Bless your home in good fortune with the prosperous Money Tree Plant ($27).

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Parlor Palm Plant
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Parlor Palm Plant

If you have a cramped space with low light, the Parlor Palm Plant ($65) will thrive there while purifying the air!

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Peperomia Plant
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Peperomia Plant

The Peperomia Plant ($32) loves humidity but can handle low light and dryer conditions.

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Phalaenopsis Orchid Plant
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Plant

The delicate Phalaenopsis Bicolor Orchid Plant ($35) reminds us of love, beauty, and strength.

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Pilea Peperomioides Plant
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Pilea Peperomioides Plant

The Pilea Peperomioides Plant ($35), or Chinese Money Plant, is a slow-growing plant that loves lots of light!

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Rattlesnake Plant
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Rattlesnake Plant

The patterned leaf markings are what give the Rattlesnake Plant ($20) its intimidating name.

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Rubber Plant
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Rubber Plant

The shiny leafed Rubber Plant ($150) grows fairly large and fast, eventually turning into a tree!

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Sedum Morganianum Plant
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Sedum Morganianum Plant

The Sedum Morganianum Plant ($14), also known as a Burro's Tail, is a succulent that requires very little care.

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Spider Plant
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Spider Plant

The long, narrow leaves give the Spider Plant ($18) its unique name. This oxygen-producing, air-purifying plant loves indirect sunlight and weekly waterings.

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Staghorn Fern Plant
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Staghorn Fern Plant

Although the Staghorn Fern ($39) can be picky, its beautiful light-green leaves look stunning in people's homes.