Is Lawi Wax Plant toxic to cats?

No — lawi 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 (listing Hoya carnosa as 'Wax Plant' — Non-Toxic; Hoya kerrii as 'Sweetheart Hoya' — Non-Toxic; with no toxic principles identified). Hoya lawiifolia is not individually listed by name on the ASPCA database, but no Hoya species is recorded as toxic to cats or dogs. Ingesting large quantities of any plant material may cause mild, transient gastrointestinal discomfort.

Yes — the ASPCA lists lawi 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: Lawi Wax Plant is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full lawi 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.