Here are our curated suggestions for some of the best cat friendly indoor plants that can decorate your house.
Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
From our “crazy plant lady” (400+ plants at home!), the Areca Palm brightens any room and purifies air—totally safe for cats and dogs.
Price (INR): 700 – 2,500
Other Attributes: Bright, indirect light; low-maintenance; pet-safe
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Classic, resilient plant that’s pet-safe and great in hanging baskets.
Price (INR): 250–800
Other Attributes: Bright, indirect light; easy propagation; cats might nibble leaves!
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
Soft, fluffy, and basically cat-approved greenery. Looks fancy, acts dramatic about humidity.
Price (INR): 300–1,200
Other Attributes: Indirect light; loves misting; pet-safe
Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)
The plant I recommend to everyone who says “I kill plants.” Also cat-safe, thankfully.
Price (INR): 900–2,000
Other Attributes: Low light tolerant; low maintenance; pet-safe
Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii)
Tall, elegant, and zero toxicity — perfect when your cat thinks leaves are toys.
Price (INR): 800–2,000
Other Attributes: Medium light; indoor-friendly; pet-safe
Calathea (Calathea spp.)
Gorgeous patterned leaves that move at night — plant drama without cat drama.
Price (INR): 600–1,800
Other Attributes: Indirect light; humidity lover; pet-safe
Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura)
Folds its leaves at night like it’s praying for peace from my cat. Safe and stunning.
Price (INR): 400–1,200
Other Attributes: Medium light; moist soil; pet-safe
Peperomia / Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia obtusifolia)
Small, shiny, and minding its own business — just how my cat likes it.
Price (INR): 300–900
Other Attributes: Compact; low watering; pet-safe
Fittonia / Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis)
Cute, colorful, and slightly dramatic when thirsty — just like me.
Price (INR): 300–800
Other Attributes: Indirect light; humidity loving; pet-safe
Haworthia (Haworthia spp.)
For when you want a “succulent vibe” without risking a vet visit.
Price (INR): 250–700
Other Attributes: Bright light; minimal watering; pet-safe
African Violet (Saintpaulia ionantha)
Tiny plant, big flowers — and safe even if your cat sniffs too hard.
Price (INR): 300–900
Other Attributes: Filtered light; compact; pet-safe
Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata)
Looks like a plant from a cartoon, survives neglect, and won’t harm your cat. Win-win.
Price (INR): 700–2,000
Other Attributes: Bright light; drought tolerant; pet-safe
Air Plants (Tillandsia spp.)
No soil, no mess, no toxicity — even my cat is confused by these.
Price (INR): 200–800
Other Attributes: Indirect light; misting; pet-safe
Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii)
Blooms when it feels like it and stays non-toxic year-round.
Price (INR): 300–900
Other Attributes: Indirect light; easy care; pet-safe
Bromeliads (Bromeliaceae family)
Colorful, tropical, and surprisingly chill around cats.
Price (INR): 700–2,000
Other Attributes: Bright filtered light; humidity friendly; pet-safe
Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides)
Cute coin-shaped leaves that my cat watches but doesn’t destroy. Rare peace.
Price (INR): 500–1,500
Other Attributes: Indirect light; easy propagation; pet-safe
Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata)
Textured leaves + zero toxicity = instant favorite in cat homes.
Price (INR): 350–900
Other Attributes: Medium light; compact growth; pet-safe
Fishbone Cactus (Epiphyllum anguliger)
Looks wild, behaves well, and doesn’t hurt curious paws.
Price (INR): 400–1,000
Other Attributes: Indirect light; low watering; pet-safe
Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)
Unbothered by heat, shade, or cats. Truly unkillable.
Price (INR): 600–1,500
Other Attributes: Low light; tough plant; pet-safe
Cat Grass (Triticum aestivum / Avena sativa)
The only plant my cat is allowed to eat — keeps them off the others.
Price (INR): 50–200
Other Attributes: Bright light; edible for cats; indoor-friendly
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