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Is Hoya Nummularia toxic to cats?

Hoya nummularia

Non-toxic to cats

No — hoya nummularia 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs: Hoya (Wax Plant) is on the ASPCA non-toxic list and Hoya nummularia holds no known toxic principle. Nibbling can still cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset, and the milky sap may briefly irritate the mouth, so discourage chewing.

Is hoya nummularia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hoya nummularia toxic to cats?

No — hoya nummularia 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs: Hoya (Wax Plant) is on the ASPCA non-toxic list and Hoya nummularia holds no known toxic principle. Nibbling can still cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset, and the milky sap may briefly irritate the mouth, so discourage chewing.

Is hoya nummularia safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists hoya nummularia 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 hoya nummularia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hoya Nummularia is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hoya nummularia 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.

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