Moraceae
2 species in this database
2 of 2 Moraceae species here are toxic to cats and dogs, all via proteolytic enzyme, psoralen. They water every 7 to 14 days.
| Plant | Light | Water | Pet safe | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiddle leaf figFicus lyrata | Bright indirect | 7–12d | No | Demanding |
| Rubber plantFicus elastica | Medium | 7–14d | No | Easy |
What these share
Derived from the 2 entries above, not asserted about the family at large.
| Watering range across the family | Every 7 to 14 days for a 6-inch pot indoors |
|---|---|
| Native habitat recorded | tropical understory |
| Toxic to cats and dogs | 2 of 2 — proteolytic enzyme, psoralen |
| Least demanding here | Rubber plant, Easy. Scores 2 of 5: forgiving of missed watering and holds its shape indoors. Loses points for dropping leaves after any move. |
Family membership is a rough guide to care, not a rule. It predicts toxic principle far better than it predicts watering: species in the same family routinely come from different habitats, and habitat is what sets the interval. Read the individual entry before acting on anything here.
Sources
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Plants of the World Online — family placement for 2 of 2 species (example)
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — toxicity classification, cited per species on each entry
- North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox — poison severity where published
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder — pest and disease guidance, cited per species
Compiled and edited by Tony Valcarcel · 2026-09-11
Every figure on this page is computed from the species entries listed above.
Nothing here is a claim about Moraceae beyond the plants in this database.