Pet safety
Is Eitape Wax Plant toxic to cats?
Hoya eitapensis
No — eitape 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 lists the Hoya genus as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, citing Hoya carnosa (Wax Plant) and Hoya kerrii (Sweetheart Hoya) as non-toxic with no known toxic principles. Hoya eitapensis is not individually listed but belongs to this non-toxic genus. Mild, temporary stomach upset is possible if a pet consumes a large quantity of foliage.
Is eitape wax plant toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is eitape wax plant toxic to cats?
No — eitape 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 lists the Hoya genus as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, citing Hoya carnosa (Wax Plant) and Hoya kerrii (Sweetheart Hoya) as non-toxic with no known toxic principles. Hoya eitapensis is not individually listed but belongs to this non-toxic genus. Mild, temporary stomach upset is possible if a pet consumes a large quantity of foliage.
Is eitape wax plant safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists eitape 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 eitape wax plant toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Eitape Wax Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full eitape 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.
Full eitape wax plant pet-safety
- Is eitape wax plant toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is eitape wax plant toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete eitape wax plant care guide