PLANT GUIDE
Poisonous plants
Learn how to think about poisonous plants around dogs, cats and children, then confirm a plant by photo.
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Toxicity can vary by species, plant part, amount eaten and the animal or person exposed. A visual match is not enough to decide that a plant is safe.
Keep unfamiliar plants away from pets and children until you have confirmed the identity. If ingestion may have occurred, contact a veterinarian, poison control center or medical professional promptly and keep a sample or photo available.
This guide is for identification and prevention, not emergency diagnosis. Use the photo tool to collect a likely name, then verify it with a trusted local poison or veterinary resource.
Common questions
Can I decide a plant is safe from a photo?
No. A visual match can be wrong, and toxicity depends on species, plant part, amount and the exposed person or animal.
What should I do after a possible ingestion?
Contact a veterinarian, poison-control center or medical professional promptly and keep a photo or sample available.