Hoya pachyclada

Also Known As

Porcelain Flower
Wax Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-24"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

9a-11

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Hoya pachyclada plant details

Hoya pachyclada is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoya pachyclada

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoya pachyclada

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From Thailand, a unique variety with very thick oblong succulent leaves having short hairs and red edges. A Compact grower that will climb but would rather trail as the thick foliage is heavy. Blooms in spring and summer with white glossy flowers in clusters of 20-25 forming a perfect ball shape. Fragrance of citrus. Mature plants have very thick trunks. Likes bright indirect light and dry between waterings.