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Is Dark Green Ceratozamia toxic to cats?

Ceratozamia fuscoviridis

Toxic to cats

Yes — dark green ceratozamia is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. All Ceratozamia species are cycads in the family Zamiaceae and contain cycasin and related neurotoxins that cause liver failure and can be fatal to dogs, cats, and horses. The ASPCA lists cycads as toxic to pets. Seeds and cones contain the highest toxin concentration, but all parts including leaves, stem, and roots are hazardous. Seek emergency veterinary care immediately after any suspected ingestion.

What to do if your cat ate dark green ceratozamia

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move dark green ceratozamia out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of dark green ceratozamia to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten dark green ceratozamia, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is dark green ceratozamia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dark green ceratozamia toxic to cats?

Yes — dark green ceratozamia is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Ceratozamia species are cycads in the family Zamiaceae and contain cycasin and related neurotoxins that cause liver failure and can be fatal to dogs, cats, and horses. The ASPCA lists cycads as toxic to pets. Seeds and cones contain the highest toxin concentration, but all parts including leaves, stem, and roots are hazardous. Seek emergency veterinary care immediately after any suspected ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dark green ceratozamia?

All Ceratozamia species are cycads in the family Zamiaceae and contain cycasin and related neurotoxins that cause liver failure and can be fatal to dogs, cats, and horses. The ASPCA lists cycads as toxic to pets. Seeds and cones contain the highest toxin concentration, but all parts including leaves, stem, and roots are hazardous. Seek emergency veterinary care immediately after any suspected ingestion. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to dark green ceratozamia.

What should I do if my cat ate dark green ceratozamia?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is dark green ceratozamia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dark Green Ceratozamia is toxic to dogs as well. See the full dark green ceratozamia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to dark green ceratozamia?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full dark green ceratozamia pet-safety