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Hoya carnosa
Also Known As
- Wax Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 10'-12'
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 10b-11
Hoya carnosa plant details
Hoya carnosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoya carnosa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoya carnosa
- USDA Zones: 10b - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
By: Almost Eden
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Gardening facts about Hoya carnosa plant
How to Grow Hoya carnosa
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Hoya for your garden
aka Hoya carnosa 'Picta', Hoya compacta 'Regalis', Hoya compacta 'Variegata', Hoya compacta variegata, Angel Rope, Hindu Rope, Hoya, Porcelain Flower, Variegated Hindu Rope, Variegated Indian Rope, Wax Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3"-6"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Mathilde Porcelain Flower, Mathilde Wax Flower
Plant Type
Vine
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 1'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Hoya carnosa 'Crispa', Hoya carnosa 'Hindu Rope', Hoya carnosa 'Krinkle Kurls', Hoya compacta, Angel Rope, Green Curls, Hindu Rope, Hindu Rope Plant, Indian Rope, Porcelain Flower
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 1'-6'
Width: 1'-6'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Porcelain Flower, Sweethearts, Valentine Hoya, Wax Hearts
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
11-12
Size
Height: 1'-10'
Width: 1'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Porcelain Flower, Wax Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 1'-12'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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