Sago Palm

Cycas revoluta

Dogs: Severe Cats: Severe

Veterinary Emergency

EMERGENCY. Immediate veterinary care required. Induce vomiting only if directed by vet. Mortality rate is 50% even with treatment.

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Plant Information

Common Names

Cycas, Coontie Palm, Japanese Sago

Family

Cycadaceae

Toxicity Details

Toxic Parts

all parts, especially seeds

Toxic Compound

Cycasin (causes liver failure)

Onset Time

15 minutes to several hours

Severity

severe

Symptoms to Watch For

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Seizures
Liver failure
Death

What to Do

EMERGENCY. Immediate veterinary care required. Induce vomiting only if directed by vet. Mortality rate is 50% even with treatment.

Do not wait for symptoms. Call your vet or poison control immediately.

About Sago Palm

Sago Palms are extremely dangerous to all pets. The seeds (nuts) are the most toxic part, but all parts of the plant are poisonous. Ingestion of even a small amount can cause liver failure and death. The 50% mortality rate makes this one of the deadliest common household plants.

Safe Alternatives

These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets:

✓ Parlor Palm ✓ Areca Palm ✓ Ponytail Palm