Pet safety
Is Thomsonii Wax Plant toxic to dogs?
Hoya thomsonii
No — thomsonii 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 thomsonii is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Hoya genus is clean: the ASPCA lists Sweetheart Hoya (Hoya kerrii), Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa) and Hindu Rope (Hoya carnosa 'krinkle kurl') all as non-toxic to dogs and cats, with none toxic. It is therefore generally treated as pet-safe, though nibbling any plant can cause mild stomach upset; verify with your vet.
Is thomsonii wax plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is thomsonii wax plant toxic to dogs?
No — thomsonii 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 thomsonii is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Hoya genus is clean: the ASPCA lists Sweetheart Hoya (Hoya kerrii), Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa) and Hindu Rope (Hoya carnosa 'krinkle kurl') all as non-toxic to dogs and cats, with none toxic. It is therefore generally treated as pet-safe, though nibbling any plant can cause mild stomach upset; verify with your vet.
Is thomsonii wax plant safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists thomsonii 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 thomsonii wax plant toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Thomsonii Wax Plant is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full thomsonii 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 thomsonii wax plant pet-safety
- Is thomsonii wax plant toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is thomsonii wax plant toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete thomsonii wax plant care guide