Is Fern Palm toxic to cats?

Zamia spp. · Family: Cycadaceae

Cats: toxic   Dogs: toxic

Also called: Sago Palm, Cycads

Symptoms

Vomiting (may be bloody), dark stools, jaundice, increased thirst, bloody diarrhea, bruising, liver failure, death. 1-2 seeds can be fatal.

Toxic principles: Cycasin, B-methylamino-l-alanine, unidentified neurotoxin (cattle)

Source: ASPCA entry

Care at a glance

• Light: bright
• Difficulty: medium
• Hanging-friendly: no

Care notes are AI-drafted, pending review.

Pet-safe alternatives

• Basil
• Blue Echeveria
• Bottle Palm