To propagate African violet plants, you will first need to remove and trim a fresh leaf, cut the leaf stem at an angle, and then plant it in soil or water. After about 12 weeks, plantlets will begin to develop. Once they appear above the soil, you can separate each one and plant it into its own pot.
Aloe vera plants are toxic to cats and you should take great care not to allow your kitty to consume any part of this plant. If they do, they can suffer from stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea. Consuming an excessive amount can result in severe dehydration, which can be life-threatening.
Philodendron plants are considered toxic to dogs, and are even listed as mild to moderate in their toxicity level. If a dog consumes any portion of the plant, they can experience oral irritation, as well as swelling and pain on their lips and tongue and in their mouth.
The good news is that peperomia plants are not toxic to cats, and won’t cause harm if your kitty ingests any parts of this plant. Aim, however, to keep your cat away from houseplants. If you want to give your cat their own greenery, consider growing cat grass for your kitty.
Spider plants are not toxic to cats. If your cat happens to pick up an interest in your spider plant, there is no need to make a vet trip. You may want to deter your cat from eating your spider plant, however. Because your cat will alter the appearance and health of your plants, hanging baskets can be a great way to deter cats.