HOYA WAYETII
Vines of long variegated leaves of cream, greens and pinks will trail from it's hanging basket. Once mature, these plants will develop beautiful clusters of fragrant star-shaped flowers.
Botanical Name: Hoya wayetii
Common Name: wax plant
Family: Apocynaceae
Native to: Southeast Asia
Hoya lacunosa is available in a 6" hanging basket if purchased on its own. Visit our Pots Page to view and purchase pot options.
*This plant is not considered toxic. However, hoyas have sap that may trigger a reaction with folks that have latex allergies.
Light
Thrives in bright to medium indirect light. Not suited for intense, direct sun as leaves will burn. Morning direct sun would be acceptable and should not burn leaves.
Water
Water when the top half of soil dries out. While Hoyas are very sensitive to overwatering or water-logged soil, this variety likes a little more water than thicker-leaved Hoyas. Err on the side of underwatering vs. overwatering but if leaves look or feel limp and the soil appears dry, it may need to be watered sooner.
Tips
- Hoyas will produce clusters of star-shaped flowers. Don't cut the flower stem once the flowers are spent. Leave them as this is where the plant will flower from in the future! Do not attempt to move your hoya once in bloom, they are sensitive to change during this time and might drop the flowers.
- Fertilize once a month during the spring and summer or with every watering using a diluted liquid fertilizer. Dilute based on frequency and the instructions of the fertilizer being used. Orchid fertilizer can also be used for Hoyas.
- Lacunosa love a a humid environment, especially during the winter when the air is drier.
Toxicity
This plant is not considered toxic to pets or people but may cause a reaction in folks who have a latex allergy.