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Is Bladder-flowered Wax Plant toxic to cats?

Hoya cystiantha

Non-toxic to cats

No — bladder-flowered wax plant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA classifies the Hoya genus as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; no toxic principles are identified for Hoya cystiantha. As with all Hoyas, ingestion of large amounts of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is bladder-flowered wax plant toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bladder-flowered wax plant toxic to cats?

No — bladder-flowered wax plant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. The ASPCA classifies the Hoya genus as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; no toxic principles are identified for Hoya cystiantha. As with all Hoyas, ingestion of large amounts of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Is bladder-flowered wax plant safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists bladder-flowered wax plant as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is bladder-flowered wax plant toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bladder-flowered Wax Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full bladder-flowered wax plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for cats?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

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