Cycas spp.

Cycas spp. is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The reported severity is critical. Also known as Sago Cycad, Cycas Family and Queen Sago.

dogs cats horses

Mild Moderate Severe Critical

This plant is known to be potentially deadly!

If you're comfortable with the risk, ensure this plant is out of reach of your animal.
If you suspect your animal has ingested portions of this plant, immediately consult your veterinarian.
If your animal is experiencing any of the associated symptoms, immediately contact your veterinarian's emergency number for further instructions.

If your animal ate this plant, call your veterinarian, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control on (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline on (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.

Symptoms to watch for

Vomiting Dark Stools Jaundice Increased Thirst Bloody Diarrhea Bruising Liver Failure Death Abdominal Pain

The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.

About

Cycas is a genus of cycad, and the only genus in the family Cycadaceae with all other genera of cycad being within the Zamiaceae family. Cycas circinalis, a species endemic to India, was the first cycad species to be described in western literature, and is the type species of the genus.