Australian Ivy Palm

 

Additional Common Names: Schefflera, Umbrella Tree, Octopus Tree, Starleaf

Scientific Name: Brassaia actinophylla

Family: Araliaceae

Toxicity: Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Dogs

Toxic Principles: Terpenoids, saponins, insoluble oxalates

Clinical Signs: While this plant does contain potentially toxic substances, the most common effects seen are mild vomiting and diarrhea.

Australian Ivy Palm

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