The sago palm is said to be a source of sago, a starch and carbohydrate source eaten in certain countries. Great care must be taken, however, because sago palm is poisonous that could cause vomiting, diarrhea and headache, etc. These palm-like plants are more often kept for their decorative value. But make sure that your pet is away from this plant, which could be fatal to pets if consumed.

Panzhihua sago palms are an ancient group of plants that have changed little since the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. These species look similar to palm trees but are only very distantly related. The leaflets are what stand out about this genus. All species look nearly identical and have long, narrow leaflets divided by a prominent midrib. These unique-looking trees certainly make you feel like you've traveled to prehistoric times and make an eccentric addition as ornamentals to gardens located in warmer climates.