Hoya Plants

Hoya Plants are sometimes referred to as 'wax flowers' Hoya carnosa and Hoya kerrii being two popular species. Hoyas are an evergreen shrub or climbing plant that need a warm climate to perform well outdoors but are an indoor favorite. Mnay species and cultivars are available for sale including H.bella which is well suited to growing in a hanging basket and H. lacunosa with its creamy white flowers, these are two very fragrant species and are both excellent indoor plants. Fragrance can be a little strong so try a patio area.

Plant Profile and Growing Hints

A tropical climbing, hanging or shrubby plant native to Asia, India and China, Hoyas are widely grown as indoor plants in hanging baskets. Also grown using a 'trellis' or 'ladder' that will support the plant as a climbing plant. Hoyas are fragrant and the waxy flowers are attractive.

They prefer a well drained potting mix and are best left until 'potbound' this seems to improve flowering. So don't overwater, but don't let them dry out, remember that Hoyas like a bright position. A plant moisture metre is a good idea for Hoyas.