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Wax Plant or Wax Flower

Non-Toxic
Also Known As:
Hoya carnosa

Overview

Description:
Sturdy climbing plant with waxy-looking green and white leaves

Type:
House plant

Toxicity: Non-Toxic
These plants are not poisonous or there is no known record of toxicity.

Toxic Parts:
None

Call the 24-Hour Poison Help Line for Additional Support:

800-222-1222

Additional Information

Disclaimer

The list of poisonous plants on this Web site does not necessarily include every poisonous plant that is known or that might be found in a home or yard. The University of Kansas Hospital does not advise eating any of the plants on this web site. We discourage the use of any of these plants for self medication. The information on this site is taken from the literature, and the degree of reliability is unknown. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, contact the Poison Center 1-800-222-1222.