Houseplant
Is Areca palm toxic to cats and dogs?
Dypsis lutescens · also called Butterfly palm, golden cane palm
Cats
Non-toxicDogs
Non-toxicThe areca palm is non-toxic to pets — unlike the sago palm, which is not a true palm and is extremely poisonous.
By Maya Hart
If a lot was eaten
No treatment is usually needed. Large amounts of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset, so call your vet if vomiting continues.
Questions owners ask
Is Areca palm toxic to cats?
No. It is listed as non-toxic to cats.
Is Areca palm toxic to dogs?
No. It is listed as non-toxic to dogs.
What should I do if my pet chewed it?
No treatment is usually needed. Large amounts of any plant can cause a mild stomach upset, so call your vet if vomiting continues.
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