Is Globe-Flowered Wax Plant toxic to cats?

No — globe-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 lists the Hoya genus as non-toxic to cats and dogs (listing Hoya carnosa 'Wax Plant' and Hoya kerrii 'Sweetheart Hoya' as Non-Toxic with no toxic principles). Hoya globulosa is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but no Hoya species appears on their toxic list. Eating large quantities of foliage may cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists globe-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.

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

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.