Description
Add a splash of pink to your indoor garden with Hoya ‘Flamingo Dream’—a beautiful trailing plant with striking variegated leaves. Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’ is a rare trailing plant featuring waxy, heart-shaped leaves with vibrant pink variegation. This unique Hoya adds a touch of elegance and colour to any indoor plant collection, making it perfect for hanging baskets or climbing displays.
Full Botanical Name: Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’
Common Names: Flamingo Dream Hoya, Wax Plant
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Southeast Asia, India, China, and Australia.
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows as an epiphyte in tropical rainforests, climbing on trees and thriving in filtered light and humid conditions.
Care Information:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf damage.
Ideal Room: Ideal for hanging baskets in bright rooms like kitchens or living rooms.
Feeding: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally or use a humidity tray.
Ideal Temperature: 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C). Protect from cold drafts.
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Let soil dry out between waterings.
Pet/Child Safe: Generally non-toxic to pets and children.
Soil Type: Well-draining, airy potting mix with added perlite or orchid bark.
Propagation: Propagate by stem cuttings placed in water or soil.
Eventual Height and Spread: Grows up to 2-3 feet as a trailing or climbing vine.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Pests and Treatment: Susceptible to mealybugs and aphids; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
Repotting: Every 2-3 years or when root-bound.
Pruning: Prune to control growth and shape.
Folk Law: Believed to bring positive energy and good luck, often used as a gift to represent love and friendship.
Air Purification: Helps filter indoor toxins, improving air quality.
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