Hoya Wayetii Tricolor Variegated - Various Sizes
Hoya Wayetii Tricolor Variegated - Various Sizes - 4" Hanging Basket is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Hoya Wayetti Tricolor: A Colorful Addition to Your Collection
The Unique Characteristics of Hoya Wayetti Tricolor
The Hoya Wayetti Tricolor is renowned for its stunning variegated leaves, featuring shades of green, cream, and pink. This eye-catching plant thrives in bright, indirect light and can produce clusters of sweet-scented flowers that add charm to any space. With its trailing vines, it's perfect for hanging baskets or as a decorative tabletop plant.
Hoya wayetti Tricolor Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Hoya Wayetti
- Common Name: Hoya Wayetti, Wax Plant
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native Range: Eastern Asia and Australia
Hoya wayetti Tricolor Care Guide
- Care Level: Moderate
- Light: Bright, indirect light
- Water: Allow to dry out between watering. Avoid over-watering. Hoyas have a very shallow root system -- when watering, water slowly and evenly and ensure proper drainage.
- Humidity: 50-80%
- Temperature: 60–85F
- Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
- Feeding: Use a general-purpose liquid houseplant fertilizer at half strength once every month during the spring and summer only.
- Propagation: Cuttings, Division
- Pests: Look out for aphids, spider mites, mealybugs and other scale insects. Rinse foliage occasionally under low pressure water to keep clean and dislodge any pests.
- Toxicity: Hoya are widely known to be non-toxic to humans and animals yet if ingested may cause reactions in certain individuals. More research is needed in this area. As with all plants, we recommend you exercise caution around children and pets and keep plants out of reach.
Fun Fact About Hoya wayetti tricolor: A Floral Delight
Did you know that the Hoya Wayetti Tricolor is also commonly referred to as the “Wax Plant”? This nickname comes from the waxy texture of its leaves and the star-shaped flowers that resemble waxy, delicate ornaments when they bloom!
A Glimpse into the History of Hoya Wayetti Tricolor
The Hoya Wayetti Tricolor was first introduced to plant enthusiasts in the 1990s and has since gained popularity among collectors. This cultivar was discovered in Southeast Asia, where it naturally thrives in tropical climates. Its captivating foliage and ease of care make it a favorite among both novice and experienced gardeners.
