Dracaena 'Warneckii' and Majesty Palm Toxicity to Cats: What Veterinary Resources Say

Dracaena 'Warneckii' and Majesty Palm Toxicity to Cats: What Veterinary Resources Say

Official ASPCA classification:

Dracaena deremensis 'Warneckii'

• Toxic to cats (and dogs).
• Toxin: Steroidal saponins.
• Signs: Vomiting (sometimes with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, dilated pupils.
• Severity: Mild to moderate; rarely fatal with treatment.

Ravenea rivularis (Majesty Palm)

• Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
• Safe for pet households.

Action If Ingested

1. Remove plant.
2. Rinse mouth.
3. Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435).
4. Monitor for symptoms.

Cat-Safe Alternatives to Dracaena

Areca palm, bamboo palm, parlor palm, ponytail palm, spider plant, Boston fern, prayer plant.

Verify every plant at ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plant List.

Majesty palm = safe. Warneckii = keep away from cats.