Is Ponytail Palm Toxic to Cats and Dogs?

Q: Is ponytail palm toxic to cats?

Non-toxic to cats. Ponytail Palm is non-toxic to dogs and cats, according to the ASPCA.

Q: Is ponytail palm toxic to dogs?

Non-toxic to dogs. Ponytail Palm is non-toxic to dogs and cats, according to the ASPCA.

Beaucarnea recurvata

Cats

🟢 Non-toxic

Dogs

🟢 Non-toxic

Short answer: Ponytail Palm is non-toxic to dogs and cats, according to the ASPCA.

Think your pet ate ponytail palm? call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

Signs to watch for

None listed. Any plant can cause mild stomach upset if eaten in quantity, so keep an eye on pets that chew plants.

Why it’s a problem

Toxic principle: None listed.

The ASPCA lists ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) as non-toxic to dogs and cats, which makes it a pet-friendly houseplant. Also called elephant-foot tree, bottle palm.

Frequently asked questions

Is ponytail palm safe for cats?

Yes. The ASPCA lists it as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

My pet chewed ponytail palm. Should I worry?

It isn’t toxic, but eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild upset stomach. Call your vet if vomiting or diarrhea doesn’t settle.

Other plants

Sources

ASPCA plant database: Ponytail Palm

Last checked: 2026-11-11. General information, not veterinary advice.