HOYA COMBO OF 3

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Hoya spp.

• Family: Apocynaceae (formerly Asclepiadaceae)

• Common Names:

  • Wax Plant

  • Porcelain Flower

  • Hoya Vine

• Origin: Southeast Asia, India, China, Australia, and the Pacific islands

• Type: Evergreen tropical vine / epiphyte

Appearance

• Growth Habit: Climbing or trailing vine, often grown as a hanging plant.

• Leaves:

  • Thick, waxy, and succulent-like.

  • Shape varies by species: oval, lance-shaped, or heart-shaped.

  • Color: green, sometimes variegated with cream or pink edges.

• Flowers:

  • Star-shaped, often pink, white, or red.

  • Appear in clusters called umbels.

  • Waxy and fragrant; some bloom multiple times a year.

• Roots: Adventitious roots cling to supports (epiphytic habit).

 Care Guide

Sun Light

• Bright indirect sunlight is ideal.

• Avoid direct midday sun (may scorch leaves).

• Tolerates moderate shade but flowers best with good light.

 Soil

• Well-draining soil mix:

  • Orchid mix + perlite + cocopeat/peat moss works well.

• Epiphytic nature prefers airy, loose soil for root aeration.

 Watering

• Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry.

• Avoid overwatering → root rot risk.

• Likes moderate humidity (mist occasionally).

 Fertilizer

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer (NPK 10:10:10 or bloom fertilizer) once every 4–6 weeks in growing season.

• Reduce fertilizing in winter.

 Pruning

• Trim long vines or dead stems to encourage branching and flowering.

• Pinching back tips encourages a bushier appearance.

Uses & Benefits

1. Ornamental Value:

   • Grown for attractive foliage and waxy, fragrant flowers.

   • Ideal as a hanging plant, trellis vine, or indoor decorative plant.

2. Air Purification:

   • Like many houseplants, it can help improve indoor air quality.

3. Low Maintenance:

   • Drought-tolerant and long-living; perfect for indoor gardeners.

4. Decorative Flowers:

   • Flowers have waxy, star-shaped clusters that last for weeks, adding aesthetic value.