Is Hindu rope plant toxic to cats?

No — hindu rope 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 Hoya carnosa (as "wax plant," with "Hindu rope plant" given as a common name) as non-toxic to both cats and dogs, so the 'Compacta' cultivar is covered by that species-level listing. The milky latex sap is not poisonous but can be mildly irritating to mouths in quantity and may cause drooling or minor stomach upset if a lot is chewed.

Yes — the ASPCA lists hindu rope 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: Hindu rope plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hindu rope 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.