Unique Non-Toxic House Plants Safe for Kids, Cats, and Dogs

5. Baby rubber plants add yellow and greens to the room

Another plant to consider when looking for non-toxic house plants is the Ficus elastic or baby rubber plants. It is native to Florida and the Caribbean, which makes it thrive in sunny, humid environments. Although they aren't suited for intense, direct sunlight, baby rubber plants prefer medium to brightly lit areas.

A peat-based soil is best for baby rubber plants. You can also use soil that is two parts peat and one part perlite, or sand. For watering, you should allow the soil to dry out almost completely before adding any moisture. Depending on the season, this will mean you have to water it once or twice a week. As the plant grows, you will need to re-pot fairly often because it has a small root system. If you want to propagate the plant, it is as easy as cutting a few centimeters of the stem.