Moraceae
5 species in this database
5 of 5 Moraceae species here are toxic to cats and dogs, all via proteolytic enzyme, psoralen. They water every 4 to 14 days.
| Plant | Light | Water | Pet safe | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banyan figFicus benghalensis | Medium | 7–14d | No | Easy |
| Creeping figFicus pumila | Medium | 4–9d | No | Moderate |
| Fiddle leaf figFicus lyrata | Bright indirect | 7–12d | No | Demanding |
| Rubber plantFicus elastica | Medium | 7–14d | No | Easy |
| Weeping figFicus benjamina | Medium | 7–12d | No | Moderate |
What these share
Derived from the 5 entries above, not asserted about the family at large.
| Watering range across the family | Every 4 to 14 days for a 6-inch pot indoors |
|---|---|
| Native habitat recorded | tropical understory |
| Toxic to cats and dogs | 5 of 5 — proteolytic enzyme, psoralen |
| Least demanding here | Banyan fig, Easy. Scores 2 of 5: genuinely easier than either the fiddle-leaf or the weeping fig — it drops fewer leaves when moved and tolerates a wider light range. The velvety leaves mark if wiped hard. |
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 5 of 5 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.