With its strikingly patterned leaves and the flowers typical of the spiderwort, the relatively easy-care houseplant is suspected by many people to be poisonous. In this case, however, appearances are deceptive.
Even if its colors suggest otherwise: the zebra weed is non-toxic
This plant is not actually poisonous
Although zebra weed is not suitable for consumption, there is generally no evidence that the leaves, flowers or seeds have any toxic effects. No special precautions are therefore necessary when zebra herb is cultivated indoors as a potted plant.
Don't worry about free-roaming pets
Questions about the toxicity of indoor plants often arise in connection with the following pets:
- birds
- Rabbits
- Guinea pig
- cats
Although zebra weed should not be used as a fodder plant, occasional consumption of small amounts will not have any adverse effects due to its non-toxic nature.
tips
When buying a plant from a specialist shop, always pay attention to the information from the respective breeding company on the toxicity or non-toxicity of plants.