Pet safety
Is Bella Palm toxic to dogs?
Chamaedorea tepejilote
No — bella palm is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; 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 Chamaedorea genus (parlour and bamboo palm) is verified on the ASPCA non-toxic database; the edible young inflorescence of this species is even consumed by people. Do not confuse it with the toxic sago palm, an unrelated cycad.
Is bella palm toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is bella palm toxic to dogs?
No — bella palm is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; 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 Chamaedorea genus (parlour and bamboo palm) is verified on the ASPCA non-toxic database; the edible young inflorescence of this species is even consumed by people. Do not confuse it with the toxic sago palm, an unrelated cycad.
Is bella palm safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists bella palm as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog 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 bella palm toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bella Palm is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full bella palm pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full bella palm pet-safety
- Is bella palm toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is bella palm toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete bella palm care guide