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Is Nummularioides Wax Plant toxic to dogs?

Hoya nummularioides

Non-toxic to dogs

No — nummularioides wax plant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; 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. Hoya nummularioides is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Hoya genus is treated as clean: the ASPCA lists Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa) and Sweetheart Hoya (Hoya kerrii) as non-toxic to dogs and cats, with no Hoya species listed as toxic. Treated as pet-safe; verify with your vet, as any plant can cause mild stomach upset if a pet eats a large amount.

Is nummularioides wax plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is nummularioides wax plant toxic to dogs?

No — nummularioides wax plant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Hoya nummularioides is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Hoya genus is treated as clean: the ASPCA lists Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa) and Sweetheart Hoya (Hoya kerrii) as non-toxic to dogs and cats, with no Hoya species listed as toxic. Treated as pet-safe; verify with your vet, as any plant can cause mild stomach upset if a pet eats a large amount.

Is nummularioides wax plant safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists nummularioides wax plant as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog 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 nummularioides wax plant toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Nummularioides Wax Plant is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full nummularioides wax plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

Full nummularioides wax plant pet-safety