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Is Miquel's Cycad toxic to cats?

Macrozamia miquelii

Toxic to cats

Yes — miquel's cycad 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. Macrozamia miquelii contains the azoxy glycoside macrozamin and cycasin — severely toxic hepatotoxins and neurotoxins. All plant parts are toxic to dogs, cats, livestock, and humans. Seeds are most dangerous but fronds and the trunk pith are also harmful. Immediate emergency veterinary treatment is required after any ingestion.

What to do if your cat ate miquel's cycad

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move miquel's cycad 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 miquel's cycad to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is miquel's cycad toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is miquel's cycad toxic to cats?

Yes — miquel's cycad is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Macrozamia miquelii contains the azoxy glycoside macrozamin and cycasin — severely toxic hepatotoxins and neurotoxins. All plant parts are toxic to dogs, cats, livestock, and humans. Seeds are most dangerous but fronds and the trunk pith are also harmful. Immediate emergency veterinary treatment is required after any ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats miquel's cycad?

Macrozamia miquelii contains the azoxy glycoside macrozamin and cycasin — severely toxic hepatotoxins and neurotoxins. All plant parts are toxic to dogs, cats, livestock, and humans. Seeds are most dangerous but fronds and the trunk pith are also harmful. Immediate emergency veterinary treatment is required after any 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 miquel's cycad.

What should I do if my cat ate miquel's cycad?

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 miquel's cycad toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Miquel's Cycad is toxic to dogs as well. See the full miquel's cycad pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to miquel's cycad?

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 miquel's cycad pet-safety