Hoya pachyclada
Also Known As
- Porcelain Flower
- Wax Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-24"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 9a-11
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
Gardening facts about Hoya pachyclada plant
How to Grow Hoya pachyclada
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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 Wax Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - bright shade
- occasional
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
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