Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Pacific Fan Palm toxic to cats?

Pritchardia pacifica

Non-toxic to cats

No — pacific 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Pritchardia pacifica is a true palm (Arecaceae). The genus Pritchardia is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA, and true palms as a family are generally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and other household pets.

Is pacific fan palm toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pacific fan palm toxic to cats?

No — pacific 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. Pritchardia pacifica is a true palm (Arecaceae). The genus Pritchardia is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA, and true palms as a family are generally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and other household pets.

Is pacific fan palm safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists pacific 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.

Is pacific fan palm toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pacific Fan Palm is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pacific fan 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 pacific fan palm pet-safety