For cat lovers, the question always arises as to whether a plant is compatible with keeping cats. This can be said quite simply for the golden fruit palm: The species, also known as the Areca palm, is not poisonous and is therefore also suitable for households with cats.
The golden fruit palm is harmless to cats
No danger for cats
Since the golden fruit palm or areca palm is not poisonous, it does not pose a risk of poisoning for cats or humans.
However, you should never leave plant parts lying around, be it fallen leaves or cut fronds. Curious cats like to pounce on it and can quickly choke on it. The leaves are not digestible and upset the cat's stomach.
Most cats ignore the golden fruit palm anyway. Only if you cannot rule out your cat tampering with the houseplants should you exercise a little caution.
Set up a golden fruit palm so that it is safe for cats
Even if there is no risk of poisoning, you should place the golden fruit palm in a location where your cat cannot reach it.
If the cat nibbles on the fronds, they turn brown and unsightly. They don't grow back. If the cat accidentally destroys the vegetation point, the Areca palm will even die.
Golden fruit palm pots can get very heavy, especially when the palm is older and larger. If the cat tears them down while playing, the risk of injury is not insignificant.
tips
There are some palm species that look very similar to the golden fruit palm. Some of these are poisonous and should therefore not be raised in cat households. Check carefully which type of palm tree your plant is.