Pet safety
Is Laos Lady Palm toxic to dogs?
Rhapis laosensis
No — laos lady 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. Rhapis species are listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. Rhapis laosensis is not individually listed, but shares the same genus as Rhapis excelsa which is ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic. No toxic principles are known for this genus.
Is laos lady palm toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is laos lady palm toxic to dogs?
No — laos lady 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. Rhapis species are listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. Rhapis laosensis is not individually listed, but shares the same genus as Rhapis excelsa which is ASPCA-confirmed non-toxic. No toxic principles are known for this genus.
Is laos lady palm safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists laos lady 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 laos lady palm toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Laos Lady Palm is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full laos lady 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 laos lady palm pet-safety
- Is laos lady palm toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is laos lady palm toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete laos lady palm care guide