Australian Ivy Palm
Not listed does not mean safe.
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Brassaia actinophylla
Accepted name per Kew POWO/WCVP: Heptapleurum actinophyllum (Endl.) Lowry & G.M.Plunkett (the ASPCA lists this plant as Brassaia actinophylla)
Also known as: Schefflera, Umbrella Tree, Octopus Tree, Starleaf
Family: Araliaceae · ASPCA plant record
Verdict at a glance
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Evidence by animal
| Animal | Verdict | Basis | Plant parts | Sources | Evidence link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Companion mammals | |||||
| Cats | Cats: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Dogs | Dogs: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
| Horses & livestock | |||||
| Horses | Horses: ⚠ Toxic | Not specified | ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control | evidence | |
Source excerpts
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — Cats, Dogs, Horses
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Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Source checked 2026-11-14
Read original sourceNo evidence collected in this database yet for 20 animals
No evidence collected in this database yet for: Rabbits, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Pet birds (general), Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), Budgerigars (budgies), Cockatiels, Lovebirds, Canaries, Finches, Pigeons & doves, Tortoises, Bearded dragons, Iguanas, Goats, Chickens & other poultry
No supported claim has been collected for these animals. Not listed does not mean safe; do not infer suitability from another species.
Toxic principles
ASPCA, as published: Terpenoids, saponins, insoluble oxalates Source
Clinical signs
ASPCA, as published: Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing Source
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Last verified (ASPCA record): 2026-11-14.
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Similar plants (same family)
Shared family is not a shared verdict. Check each plant separately.