Pet safety
Is Cat Palm toxic to cats?
Chamaedorea cataractarum
No — cat palm is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists the genus Chamaedorea (via parlor palm, Chamaedorea elegans) as non-toxic to both cats and dogs; cat palm belongs to the same genus and is not separately listed as toxic. As with any plant, nibbling large amounts may cause mild stomach upset.
Is cat palm toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is cat palm toxic to cats?
No — cat palm is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. The ASPCA lists the genus Chamaedorea (via parlor palm, Chamaedorea elegans) as non-toxic to both cats and dogs; cat palm belongs to the same genus and is not separately listed as toxic. As with any plant, nibbling large amounts may cause mild stomach upset.
Is cat palm safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists cat palm as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is cat palm toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cat Palm is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full cat palm pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full cat palm pet-safety
- Is cat palm toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is cat palm toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete cat palm care guide