Hoya Carnosa

Hoya Carnosa, also known as the Wax Plant, is a vining, semi-succulent houseplant prized for its thick, glossy leaves and fragrant, star-shaped flowers. It thrives with minimal care and can produce beautiful blooms when given the right conditions.

Light

• Bright, indirect light.

• Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid harsh afternoon rays.

• Low light may slow growth and reduce blooming.

Watering

• Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry before watering.

• Water thoroughly, letting excess drain—avoid soggy soil.

• Reduce watering in fall and winter.

Temperature

• Ideal temperature: 65–80°F.

• Sensitive to cold—keep away from drafts and temperatures below 50°F.

Humidity

• Prefers moderate to high humidity (40-60%).

• Benefits from occasional misting or a humidity tray in dry environments.

Fertilizing

• Feed regularly during the growing season (spring–summer).

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer (10-10-10 or 20-20-20) every 4 weeks.

• Reduce feeding in fall and winter.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune to shape and remove leggy growth.

• Do not remove flower spurs (peduncles)—they rebloom.

• Wipe leaves occasionally to remove dust.