Have you ever wondered what a Gerbera looks like? Or how to care for the beautiful African violet you received? Or have you ever been uncomfortable visiting your local florist because you didn't know the names of the flowers you wanted?

This guide will help you answer these questions and more. On the following pages are photographs, descriptions, special care tips and other interesting facts for many common flower and plant varieties. Simply click below to learn more.

Fresh Cut Flowers

This section contains many common flower varieties that can often be found at your local professional florist. With an expanding global market and advanced technology, more and more varieties are available year round.

Used alone or mixed with others, they can create a beautiful arrangement. Talk to your florist about the varieties you are interested in and let him or her put together something to fit your personal needs and desires.

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Green & Blooming House Plants

This section contains many common green and blooming house plants that can be found at your local professional florist. Plants are an easy way to create an inviting home atmosphere. Talk to your florist and let him or her help you choose the perfect plant for your decorating or gift needs.

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Nontoxic Plants

This list contains plants that have not been reported as having systemic effects on animals or as having intense effects on the gastrointestinal tract. Any plant material ingested by an animal (as when dogs and cats ingest yard grass) may produce signs of vomiting, depression, or diarrhea. These signs are generally mild and self-limiting and often do not require any treatment.

Please note that the information contained in our plant lists is not meant to be all-inclusive, but rather a compilation of the most frequently encountered plants. For general information on plants not included on either list, please feel free to

Toxic Plants

This list contains plants that have been reported as having systemic effects on animals and/or intense effects on the gastrointestinal tract.

Please note that the information contained in our plant lists is not meant to be all-inclusive, but rather a compilation of the most frequently encountered plants. For more information, contact us at napcc@aspca.org. Please note: Our email is not monitored 24/7, and should never be used to contact us with cases of suspected animal poisoning other time-sensitive issues. If you think that your animal is ill or may have ingested a poisonous substance, contact your