Is Hoya 'Mathilde' toxic to cats?

No — hoya 'mathilde' 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. Hoya 'Mathilde' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the genus is clean: ASPCA lists Hoya carnosa (wax plant) and Hoya kerrii (sweetheart hoya) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, with no Hoya species listed as toxic. It is therefore considered pet-safe, though nibbling any plant can cause mild stomach upset, and the milky latex sap may irritate latex-sensitive people. Verify with your vet if your pet has eaten any.

Yes — the ASPCA lists hoya 'mathilde' 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 'Mathilde' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hoya 'mathilde' 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.