Is Kentia Palm toxic to cats?
Kentia Palm (Howea forsteriana) is non-toxic to cats (S0 Safe): the ASPCA's Kentia Palm, Forster Sentry Palm and Paradise Palm entries all list this species as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
- TOXINnone — no toxic principles on record
- WHAT TO EXPECTno symptoms on record
- CALL THE VETSee a vet if unusual or persistent symptoms follow ingestion.
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FAQ
Is Kentia Palm safe for cats?
Yes, for Howea forsteriana: S0 Safe. The ASPCA's Forster Sentry Palm entry reads "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses". Its Kentia Palm and Paradise Palm entries each read "Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats".
What toxic principle does the ASPCA record for Kentia Palm in this cat verdict?
The ASPCA lists "Non-toxic" under Toxic Principles in its Kentia Palm, Forster Sentry Palm and Paradise Palm entries. Their cat classification is "Non-Toxic to Cats", which supports this S0 Safe cat verdict for Howea forsteriana.
Which plant does this Kentia Palm verdict cover?
Howea forsteriana. The ASPCA's Kentia Palm, Forster Sentry Palm and Paradise Palm entries all give the scientific name "Howea forsteriana". This verdict covers that species; plants with other scientific names are not covered and are not graded here. Check the full scientific name on the tag.
Do the ASPCA records use Kentia Palm, Forster Sentry Palm and Paradise Palm for the same plant?
Yes. All three entries name "Howea forsteriana". This page follows the species named in those entries.