Is Sago palm toxic to humans?
Sago palm is incredibly toxic. It contains carcinogens and amino acids that can cause chronic nervous disorders, and frequent ingestion can result in serious long-term health problems, and even fatality. Within 12 hours of ingestion, sago palm can cause vomiting and diarrhea, seizures, digestive system irritations and internal failures, with the ingestion of large quantities causing severe damage to the liver. Every part of this plant is toxic, but the seeds are particularly harmful, containing high levels of the dangerous compound, cycasin.
Is Sago palm toxic to cat?
Sago palm (Cycas revoluta) is extremely dangerous to have around your cat. Every single part of this plant - from the trunk to the roots to the leaves - contains the toxin cycasin. The seeds, however, are the most dangerous. Symptoms of cycasin poisoning include loss of appetite, excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, bruising, increased thirst, tremors, and seizures. Even tiny amounts of cycasin can lethal, so consult a vet immediately if you think your cat has ingested any sago palm.
Is Sago palm toxic to dog?
Sago palms may be severely toxic to dogs, so if you suspect your dog has ingested any part of one, you should take them to the vet immediately. All parts of the plant contain compounds that may be harmful to dogs, but it is the seeds that are most often eaten. Symptoms of poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, a loss of appetite, weakness, behavioral changes, tremors, and seizures. Sago palm ingestion can cause liver failure and even death.
WARNING
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