Plant Care – Hoya Carnosa in a Hanging Pot
Light: Place your Hoya Carnosa in a Hanging Pot under bright and indirect sunlight, and do avoid direct sunlight because it will cause its leaves to turn light green and maybe even yellow. The plant can tolerate low light, however, it is not an ideal environment for them to grow in and they might not survive for long.
Water: Water your Hoya thoroughly and make sure that the soil is evenly moist. Water your plant whenever the top inch of the soil is dry to the touch, and make sure to water till some water flows through the pot’s drainage holes. This plant has succulent qualities and will store water for a period of time; it is undemanding.
Soil: Hoya thrives in well-aerated soil that drains water quickly, and therefore should not be placed in soils that are too compacted and heavy, which cause prolonged periods of water retention. And this can lead to root problems, for instance, root rot.
Fertiliser: Fertilise with a general houseplant Fertiliser diluted to half-strength once a month during its growing season.
Humidity Requirement: Low
Fun Facts about the Hoya genus: Did you know? Native to multiple tropical Asia countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and many more, Hoya is a genus comprising over 200 species of tropical plants in the Apocynaceae family!
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Introducing Hoya Plants
Hoya plants are flowering succulents that grow easily in warm climates. Hoya plants have been a part of human culture for thousands of years, likely originating in India and Southeast Asia. They’re also known as wax shrubs and wax plants because their leaves are covered with a waxy coating that makes them look like they’ve been dipped in wax. Although these plants are native to tropical rainforests, they’re popular houseplants because they don’t require much light or maintenance (though they do need plenty of humidity).
One of the most commonly grown hoya worldwide, Hoya carnosa var. compacta (wax plant) is a shrubby vine that is valued for its attractive glossy, succulent foliage and clusters of starry pink-white flowers with prominent yellow eyes. Native to India and Southeast Asia, it grows in well-drained soils in open forests, on rocky slopes and along streams.
Hoya carnosa var. compacta (wax plant) is a shrubby vine that is valued for its attractive glossy, succulent foliage and clusters of starry pink-white flowers with prominent yellow eyes. Native to India and Southeast Asia, it grows in well-drained soils in open forests, on rocky slopes and along streams.
Propagation Hoya plants can be propagated either by seed or by cuttings, but the most successful method seems to be from cuttings.
Hoya plants can be propagated either by seed or by cuttings, but the most successful method seems to be from cuttings. Propagation from seed is not recommended because Hoya plants rarely produce true seeds. Instead, it produces fleshy berries which contain a single embryo that will not germinate properly in your home garden. If you do decide to try this method of propagation, make sure you store your seeds in moist sand until they are ready to be planted outside in the springtime with good drainage.
Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and should include at least two leaves on each cutting (three leaves are best). The best parts of the plant are those that have been exposed to sunlight like new growth; these areas will have more active cells and therefore are more likely to root successfully when planted into soil.
Hoya plants come in various shapes, sizes and colours. They can be found in shades of green, red, yellow and purple. Hoya plants also have flowers that range from white to pink to red. Some hoya varieties even have variegated leaves with different coloured stripes.
Hoya plants are known for their ability to thrive in low light conditions, making them perfect for indoor use and outdoors on patios and decks.
Hoya plants do not need much attention when grown indoors. They will thrive in various pots, including plastic containers with holes drilled into them so that water can drain out easily without getting mouldy at the bottom of the pot (this is especially important if you live in humid climates). When growing your hoya plant outside during warm months of the year (spring through summer), make sure that there is plenty of shade available for it so that its leaves don’t burn under direct sunlight conditions (such as those found near windows inside homes).
If you’re looking for an easy-to-grow plant, you should consider buying hoya plants for your home or garden.
Hoya plants come in many varieties, including:
Hoya pachyclada – this plant has white flowers that resemble bells. It is also known as the “Clustered Wax Plant.” It grows well indoors or outdoors, but it prefers shade.
Hoya bella – this variety has small pink flowers with white centres that grow on long stems. It is considered an annual plant and will die after flowering if not protected from frost. The Hoya bella can grow up to 2 feet tall when mature. It prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade and full sun exposure if kept moist during dry periods of weather conditions (such as drought).
To Summarise:
Hoya plants are a beautiful addition to your home. They’re easy to care for, and they can be trained to grow into a variety of shapes and sizes.
Hoya plants are also known as Wax Flowers or Wax Plants because they produce a waxy substance that can be used in making candles.
The botanical name for Hoya is Hoya carnosa, and it belongs to the Apocynaceae family. It is native to India, but today these plants are grown all over the world, including in Singapore.
There are many varieties of Hoya plants available today, including: Hoya pachyclada (Fuzzy Leaf), Hoya bella (Wax Plant), Hoya ciliaris (String of Pearls), Hoya clusiana (Cluster Leaf), Hoya compacta (Compact Leaf) and more!
1. Is the Hoya plant prone to pests?
The Hoya plant is prone to sap-sucking insects such as spider mites, mealy bugs, aphids and scale insects. We would recommend using insecticide spray as prevention even if there are no visible insects on the plants. Shop through our Insecticide category to find the best solution for your plant today! Visit us at 53 Sungei Tengah Road, S698998, or shop with us online at TheGreenCorner.com.sg!
2. Are there any specific insecticides that The Green Corner recommends for the Hoya Plant?
Yes, we do! We recommend 2 insecticides that will help with preventing sap-sucking insects on your beautiful Hoya Plant. Firstly, we would recommend spraying Nature’s Defenders once a week as a preventive measure for spider mites. If you see visible signs of spider mites, spray once every 3 days. Last but not least, we recommend dosing your hoya plant with Starxle G. Starxle G is a systemic insecticide that helps prevents sap-sucking insects.
3. Will my Hoya Plant bloom flowers?
The Hoya plant is usually capable of flowering several times throughout the year! Given the right care and the right environment, it will thrive and bloom beautiful flowers. If your hoya plant is not blooming, it could be 2 of these reasons. 1. It is not getting enough light – your hoya plants need to receive bright, indirect sunlight. 2. It is a young plant – your hoya plants needs some time to mature before it can bloom.
