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Is Standley's Zamia toxic to cats?

Zamia standleyi

Toxic to cats

Yes — standley's zamia 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 parts of Zamia standleyi contain cycasin and macrozamin, which are potent hepatotoxins causing acute liver failure in dogs and cats, and are toxic to humans. Seeds are the most dangerous part. ASPCA classifies the entire Zamia genus as severely toxic to dogs and cats. Immediate veterinary treatment is required if any plant part is ingested by a pet.

What to do if your cat ate standley's zamia

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

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

Is standley's zamia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is standley's zamia toxic to cats?

Yes — standley's zamia is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All parts of Zamia standleyi contain cycasin and macrozamin, which are potent hepatotoxins causing acute liver failure in dogs and cats, and are toxic to humans. Seeds are the most dangerous part. ASPCA classifies the entire Zamia genus as severely toxic to dogs and cats. Immediate veterinary treatment is required if any plant part is ingested by a pet.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats standley's zamia?

All parts of Zamia standleyi contain cycasin and macrozamin, which are potent hepatotoxins causing acute liver failure in dogs and cats, and are toxic to humans. Seeds are the most dangerous part. ASPCA classifies the entire Zamia genus as severely toxic to dogs and cats. Immediate veterinary treatment is required if any plant part is ingested by a pet. 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 standley's zamia.

What should I do if my cat ate standley's zamia?

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 standley's zamia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Standley's Zamia is toxic to dogs as well. See the full standley's zamia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to standley's zamia?

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 standley's zamia pet-safety