Hoya carnosa ‘Compacta Variegata’

Description

This Hoya carnosa ‘Compacta Variegata’ plant boasts variegated leaves that add a touch of uniqueness to any room. As a low-maintenance succulent, it requires minimal watering and can thrive in bright light or partial shade. Perfect for adding a pop of colour to your indoor garden.

Full Botanical Name:
Hoya carnosa ‘Compacta Variegata’

Common Names:
Variegated Hindu Rope, Variegated Wax Plant

Country and/or Region of Origin:
Like the non-variegated form, this is a cultivated variety developed from species native to East Asia and Australia.

Growing Conditions in Native Habitat:
Grows as an epiphyte or vine in tropical and subtropical forests, enjoying the humid and shady undercanopy environment.

Care Information:

• Light:
  Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain variegation. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.
• Ideal Room:
  Well-suited for rooms with indirect sunlight. East or west-facing rooms are ideal.
• Feeding:
  Feed with a balanced, diluted fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. Less in winter.
• Humidity:
  High humidity is preferred. Misting or a humidifier can help maintain ideal conditions.
• Ideal Temperature:
  Best kept between 60°F and 80°F (15°C to 26°C).
• Watering:
  Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Water thoroughly when dry to the touch.
• Pet/Child Safe:
  Generally safe for pets and children, non-toxic.
• Soil:
  Well-draining potting mix, ideally an orchid mix or a blend of peat, perlite, and vermiculite.
• Propagation:
  Easily propagated from stem cuttings in spring or early summer.
• Eventual Height and Spread:
  Trails or climbs up to several feet, similar to the non-variegated version.
• Growth Rate:
  Moderate growth, which can be influenced by light levels and care.
• Pests and Treatment:
  Susceptible to mealybugs and aphids. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil for treatment.
• Repotting:
  Repot every few years in spring to refresh the growing medium.
• Pruning:
  Minimal pruning required, mostly just to shape or manage size.
• Folk Law:
  Associated with protection and love, similar to other Hoyas.