Hoya Carnosa - Wax Plant

Description

Hoya plant, also known as the wax plant, is a popular houseplant. With clusters of star-shaped flowers adorning it, this waxy-looking species survives with only the bare minimum of care.

Care Guide

Origin: Eastern Asia & Australia.

Botanical name: Hoya Carnosa

Family: Apocynaceae.

Suitable: Indoor.

Max spread: 3m.

Pet Friendly: Toxic. 

Water: Low. Allow soil to dry out before watering.

Light: Indirect Light / Partial Shade. Bright light but avoid direct sun.

Temperature: 10 - 24ºC. Ideal warmer temperatures.

Humidity: High. 60%+. Gently mist leaves once or twice a week.

Soil: Good drainage potting mix. 6.1 - 7.5 ph.

Fertilizer: Once a month in growing season, spring & summer. Phosphorus which promotes flowering