Hoya Carnosa is a vining succulent popular for its soft and leathery green leaves. It is very easy to care and looks terrific in hanging planters flaunting its spectacular, fragrant pink flowers.
Botanical Name: Hoya Carnosa
Other Names: Wax plant
Growing Season: Throughout the year
Ideal Temperature: 20-25°C
Uses: Plant them with other varieties of climbing vines and create a tropical paradise at home.
Difficulty Level: Easy
How to Grow – Quick View
- Regular potting soil
- 4-5 hours of partial sun
- Water only when soil feels dry on touch
- Use an organic fertilizer
What to Do After Getting the Package?
- Take a knife and carefully cut the tape to unbox the live plant.
- Gently remove the plant from the package.
- Place the plant where it can receive bright, indirect sunlight regularly.
How to Care for Wax Plant?
Sunlight: Wax plant thrives best in 4-5 hours of partial sunlight. A shaded balcony is a good location for this vining succulent.
Watering: Water wax plant once a week, so the soil stays moist. Make sure not to overwater the plant, this can harm its growth.
Soil: Regular potting soil is good for growing the Wax plant. You can add perlite, sand, and cocopeat in it to improve aeration and provide better drainage.
Fertilizer: Fertilize the wax plant monthly with a phosphorus-rich fertilizer to encourage healthy growth.
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