Is Hoya Bella toxic to cats?

No — hoya bella 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 cats and dogs, listing related species such as Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa) and Sweetheart Hoya (Hoya kerrii) as non-toxic. Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella is not listed individually by name, but no Hoya species is recorded as toxic. The milky sap may cause mild mouth irritation or stomach upset if large amounts are chewed.

Yes — the ASPCA lists hoya bella 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: Hoya Bella is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hoya bella 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.