Houndstongue (Cynoglossum Cheirifolium) is a biennial herb in the Boraginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cynoglossum cheirifolium is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the western and central Mediterranean Basin, known for its softly hairy leaves resembling a dog's tongue.