Sago Palm

Sago Palm

Cycas revoluta
Dogs: Severe Cats: Severe

Veterinary Emergency

Veterinary emergency. 50% fatality rate even with treatment. Aggressive decontamination and liver support needed immediately.

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Plant Information

Cycad, Coontie Palm, Japanese Sago

Cycadaceae

houseplant

Highly Toxic — Emergency Risk

Toxicity Details

all parts, seeds

Cycasin (methylazoxymethanol)

1 to 3 days for liver failure

severe

Symptoms to Watch For

  • Vomiting
  • Bloody stool
  • Jaundice
  • Liver failure
  • Death

What to Do

Veterinary emergency. 50% fatality rate even with treatment. Aggressive decontamination and liver support needed immediately.

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

About Sago Palm

Sago Palm is one of the most toxic plants to dogs with a 50% fatality rate even with treatment. Just one or two seeds can kill a medium-sized dog through liver failure.

Safe Alternatives

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

✓ Areca Palm ✓ Parlor Palm ✓ Kentia Palm

Related:

Is Sago Palm toxic to dogs? Is Sago Palm toxic to cats?

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual. Plant image from Wikimedia Commons (CC). Not a substitute for veterinary advice. Last reviewed: June 2026.