Is Isabel Chan's Wax Plant toxic to cats?

No — isabel chan's 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 (Hoya carnosa 'Wax Plant' — Non-Toxic; Hoya kerrii 'Sweetheart Hoya' — Non-Toxic; no toxic principles identified). Hoya isabelchanae is not individually listed by name on the ASPCA database — it was only recently scientifically described — but no Hoya species is recorded as toxic. Ingestion of large amounts of plant material may cause mild, temporary stomach upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists isabel chan's 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: Isabel Chan's Wax Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full isabel chan's 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.