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Which common plant is highly toxic to cats?

Sago palm is highly toxic and can cause liver failure.

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Why: The ASPCA lists sago palm as highly toxic to cats. Eating any part can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and liver failure.

Huh, didn't know that: Sago palm is also called coontie palm or cardboard palm.

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Answer: Sago palm. The ASPCA lists sago palm as highly toxic to cats. Eating any part can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and liver failure.

  1. ASPCA: Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Sago Palm www.aspca.org/pet-care/aspca-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants/sago-palm
    Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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