Is Cardboard Palm Toxic to Cats?

Yes — Cardboard Palm is severely toxic to cats

Cardboard Palms (Zamia) contain the same deadly cycasin as Sago Palms. Despite looking different, they carry the same extreme risk of liver failure and death in pets.

Symptoms in Cats

If your cat eats Cardboard Palm, watch for these symptoms (onset: 1 to 3 days):

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Liver failure
Jaundice
Death

What To Do

Veterinary emergency. Same toxin as Sago Palm. Liver failure can develop over days. Immediate aggressive treatment needed.

This is a veterinary emergency for cats. Call your vet or ASPCA Poison Control (888) 426-4435 immediately.

Cat-Safe Alternatives to Cardboard Palm

✓ Areca Palm ✓ Parlor Palm

Quick Facts

Scientific Name

Zamia furfuracea

Also Toxic to Dogs?

Yes (severe)

Toxic Compound

Cycasin

Toxic Parts

all parts, seeds

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline. View full Cardboard Palm toxicity profile.