Cats are notorious nibblers and if you’ve ever spotted your cat over by the kitchen bin gnawing at the plastic liner bag, you’ll know that there isn’t much that they don’t want between their chompers. The world of houseplants can be a minefield for cat owners as our feline friends aren’t too discerning when they get a plant between their teeth – yet some plants are highly toxic to cats, whilst others bring surprising health benefits.

If you want to bring some green into your life, this list will guide you to the best plants to brighten up your living room or bring some extra flavor to your cooking, whilst keeping fur baby healthy.