Is Bottle Palm Toxic to Dogs and Cats? (2026)
Beaucarnea recurvata
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| Toxic to dogs | No |
|---|---|
| Toxic to cats | No |
| Toxic to horses | No |
| Toxic component | N/A — non-toxic |
| Onset of symptoms | N/A |
| Indoor / outdoor | both |
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What to do
No treatment is needed — Bottle Palm is considered non-toxic by the ASPCA.
Toxic component and mechanism
Bottle Palm is not known to contain toxic compounds harmful to dogs, cats, or horses.
What makes this plant different
Bottle Palm is confirmed non-toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control database.
Plant identification
- Scientific name
- Beaucarnea recurvata
- Family
- Agavaceae
- Also known as
- Bottle Palm, Elephant-foot Tree, Pony Tail Plant
- Typically found
- both
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The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Plant toxicity data is sourced from the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. If you believe your pet has ingested a toxic plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear.
Last verified: July 2, 2026 · Cross-referenced with ASPCA Animal Poison Control