Hoya carnosa Tricolor – Wax Plant

Wax plants have beautiful, long slender stems covered with thick, glossy, succulent leaves. It is popular as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and clusters of sweet scented, star shaped pink-white flowers.

Other common names include Waxvine, Honey Plant and Porcelain Flower. They are relatively easy care and have air-purifying qualities.

Blozem Hints 🪴

🌿Growing, Growing, Gone! These fast-growing vines can get up to 10m high in the right environment. Give your plant plenty to climb up, or alternatively grow it back down the way.

🌿Feeling the Burn! While this plant needs some sun in order to bloom, it’s important not to overdo it. Bleached or browning leaves might suggest a change of location.

Needs bright, indirect light but will benefit from some early morning or late afternoon sun. Avoid harsh midday sun.

Can cope in light shade but unlikely to bloom. Likes artificial lights so is ideal for office environments.

Hoya are succulents and store water.

Allow the top half of the soil to dry-out between watering, then water deeply and allow to drain thoroughly. Do not overwater. Water sparingly in winter and more liberally in the summer.

This Wax Plant prefers higher levels of humidity. Mist regularly for best results or relocate to a steamier room such as the bathroom or kitchen.

The carnosa Tricolor is a fast-growing climber which often trails for up to 3 metres. Prune trails in spring to maintain desired length.

Sap contains latex which is a skin irritant and is considered toxic, therefore keep away from animals.

The Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa) isn’t just a pretty face; it’s a veritable air-purifying powerhouse. With its thick, waxy leaves, it tackles indoor air pollutants head-on, absorbing nasties like benzene and formaldehyde. It’s like having a silent, leafy warrior battling toxins in your living room.