Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Slender Lady Palm toxic to cats?

Rhapis humilis

Non-toxic to cats

No — slender lady 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs (the Lady Palm, Rhapis, appears on the ASPCA non-toxic list at genus level; Rhapis humilis is closely allied to the listed Rhapis excelsa). As with any houseplant, chewed foliage may cause mild, transient stomach upset.

Is slender lady palm toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is slender lady palm toxic to cats?

No — slender lady 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs (the Lady Palm, Rhapis, appears on the ASPCA non-toxic list at genus level; Rhapis humilis is closely allied to the listed Rhapis excelsa). As with any houseplant, chewed foliage may cause mild, transient stomach upset.

Is slender lady palm safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists slender lady 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 slender lady palm toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Slender Lady Palm is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full slender lady 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 slender lady palm pet-safety