الألوفيرا (الصبار)
Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis miller
SucculentSmall (up to 40 cm)Air purifyingToxic to cats and dogs
Thick spiky leaves full of soothing gel.
- Light
- Direct sun
- Water
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Humidity
- Low humidity
- Care level
- Easy
Riyadh tip
Full sun is fine; water every 3–4 weeks. Soft, translucent leaves mean it is overwatered.
Best rooms
Pet safety
CatsToxic to cats and dogs
DogsToxic to cats and dogs
Toxic (saponins, anthraquinones): vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is less harmful than the latex under the skin.
Source: the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants. If a pet swallows any plant, contact a veterinarian immediately.
Pairs well with
A desert plant that loves a Riyadh windowsill. Group with a jade plant and snake plant for a low-water trio.
Medium (40–90 cm)نبتة الثعبان (سانسفيريا)
Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata (syn. Sansevieria)
- Low light
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Toxic to cats and dogs
Small (up to 40 cm)أغاف
Agave
Agave spp.
- Direct sun
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
May cause mild upset
Small (up to 40 cm)نبتة اليشم (كراسولا)
Jade Plant
Crassula ovata
- Direct sun
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Toxic to cats and dogs
Medium (40–90 cm)نخيل ذيل الحصان (بوكارنيا)
Ponytail Palm
Beaucarnea recurvata
- Bright indirect light
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Pet safe