Is Silver European Fan Palm toxic to cats?

No — silver european fan 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. Chamaerops humilis is a true palm in the Arecaceae family. It is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but true palms as a family are broadly recognised as non-toxic to cats and dogs. The sharp, rigid petiole spines are a significant physical hazard but the plant is chemically non-toxic to pets.

Yes — the ASPCA lists silver european fan 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Silver European Fan Palm is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full silver european fan palm pet-safety guide for both species.

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.