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Hoya crassipetiolata

Plant type

cactus / succulent, vine

size

  • H: 6"-120"
  • W: 12"-120"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Hoya crassipetiolata plant details

Hoya crassipetiolata is a broadleaf evergreen cactus / succulent or vine with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and occasional - 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 crassipetiolata

Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 120 IN - wide, 6 IN - 120 IN - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoya crassipetiolata

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hoya crassipetiolata is an attractive vining houseplant featuring green, lance-shaped leaves with darker green veining.

Gardening facts about Hoya crassipetiolata plant

How to Grow Hoya crassipetiolata

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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
Photo of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta Regalis' flower by Almost Eden
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aka Mathilde Porcelain Flower, Mathilde Wax Flower

Plant Type

Vine

Zones

10b-11

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 1'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
Photo of Hoya 'Mathilde' flower by Emilio Botaniste
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aka Wax Plant

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10b-11

Size

Height: 10'-12'

Width: 12"

  • mostly sun - bright shade
  • occasional
Photo of Hoya carnosa foliage by Karl Gercens III
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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
Photo of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' flower by Almost Eden
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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
Photo of Hoya kerrii flower by Kara Nursery
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