Pet safety
Is Hoya pubicalyx toxic to dogs?
Hoya pubicalyx
No — hoya pubicalyx 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. The ASPCA lists wax plants in the genus Hoya as non-toxic to cats and dogs, including Hoya carnosa 'krinkle kurl' (Wax Plant) and Hoya kerrii (Sweetheart Hoya); NC State Extension specifically lists Hoya pubicalyx as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. As with any plant, a pet eating a large amount may get mild, temporary stomach upset, but it contains no known dangerous toxins.
Is hoya pubicalyx toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is hoya pubicalyx toxic to dogs?
No — hoya pubicalyx 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. The ASPCA lists wax plants in the genus Hoya as non-toxic to cats and dogs, including Hoya carnosa 'krinkle kurl' (Wax Plant) and Hoya kerrii (Sweetheart Hoya); NC State Extension specifically lists Hoya pubicalyx as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. As with any plant, a pet eating a large amount may get mild, temporary stomach upset, but it contains no known dangerous toxins.
Is hoya pubicalyx safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists hoya pubicalyx 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 hoya pubicalyx toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hoya pubicalyx is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full hoya pubicalyx 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 hoya pubicalyx pet-safety
- Is hoya pubicalyx toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is hoya pubicalyx toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete hoya pubicalyx care guide