Mildly & Moderately

Toxic Plants

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House Plants

This list contains house plants that are mildly and moderately toxic. Some of these plants can cause skin rash or irritation, which may be very serious and painful. Others can cause minor symptoms, such as vomiting or diarrhea. Always call the Illinois Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 if you suspect an ingestion, skin, eye or other exposure from a plant on this list.

Aloe

English Ivy

Poinsettia

Anthurium

Geranium

Primrose

Caladium

Giant Elephant’s Ear

Pothos Plant

Carnation

Hurricane Plant

Rubber Tree Plant

Christmas Flower

Inch Plant

Schefflera

Christmas Rose

Lobster Plant

Snake Plant

Cineraria

Moses in a Boat

Spathiphyllum

Crown of Thorns

Oyster Plant

String of Pearls

Dieffenbachia

Peace Lily

Umbrella Tree

Donkey’s Tail

Philodendron

Wax Plant

Dumb Cane

 

 

If you have a plant that is not included on this list, contact the Illinois Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 to find out if the plant is toxic. Remember: all plants can be a choking hazard.

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