The 8 Most Dangerous Plants to Have in Your Home

Oleander

The oleander is a highly toxic plant that can cause severe heart and gastrointestinal problems if ingested.

Dumb cane

Dumb cane contains a poisonous sap that can cause severe mouth and throat swelling, making it difficult to breathe.

Sago palm

The sago palm contains cycasin, which can cause liver failure if ingested.

Philodendron

Philodendron contains oxalates, which can cause mouth and throat irritation, and skin irritation.

Pothos

Pothos contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause mouth and throat irritation, nausea, and vomiting.

Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia contains a poisonous sap that can cause severe mouth and throat swelling, making it difficult to breathe.

Devil's ivy

Devil's ivy contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause mouth and throat irritation, nausea, and vomiting.

Caladium

Caladium contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause mouth and throat irritation, nausea, and vomiting.

Elephant ear

Elephant ear contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause mouth and throat irritation, nausea, and vomiting.