Description
Add vibrant beauty to your collection with Hoya carnosa ‘Tricolor’—a trailing plant with stunning, variegated foliage. Hoya carnosa ‘Tricolor’ is a trailing plant with waxy, heart-shaped leaves that display shades of green, cream, and pink. This stunning variegated Hoya adds elegance and charm to any indoor space.
Full Botanical Name: Hoya carnosa ‘Tricolor’
Common Names: Tricolor Wax Plant, Hoya Tricolor
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Southeast Asia
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows as an epiphyte in tropical and subtropical climates with filtered light and moderate humidity.
Care Information:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; can tolerate medium light but avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Ideal Room: Suitable for living rooms, kitchens, or bathrooms with indirect sunlight and moderate humidity.
Feeding: Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a diluted, balanced liquid fertilizer.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist regularly or use a humidity tray to maintain moisture levels.
Ideal Temperature: Best kept between 65°F and 80°F (18°C to 27°C).
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. Ensure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.
Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic to pets and children.
Soil Type: Use a well-draining potting mix; a mix designed for cacti or succulents works well.
Propagation: Propagates easily through stem cuttings; place cuttings in water until roots develop, then transplant into soil.
Eventual Height and Spread: Can grow up to 6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters) long, making it ideal for hanging baskets or as a trailing plant.
Growth Rate: Moderate too fast.
Pests and Treatment: Check for pests like aphids and mealybugs; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary.
Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root bound.
Pruning: Prune regularly to control growth and remove any yellow or damaged leaves.
Air Purification: Helps remove indoor air pollutants and improve air quality.
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