Pet safety
Is Old Man Palm toxic to cats?
Coccothrinax crinita
No — old man 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. Coccothrinax crinita is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a true palm (Arecaceae), it does not contain known toxic compounds relevant to dogs or cats.
Is old man palm toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is old man palm toxic to cats?
No — old man 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. Coccothrinax crinita is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a true palm (Arecaceae), it does not contain known toxic compounds relevant to dogs or cats.
Is old man palm safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists old man 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 old man palm toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Old Man Palm is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full old man 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 old man palm pet-safety
- Is old man palm toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is old man palm toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete old man palm care guide