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Hoya Wayetii Tricolor Variegated

Ed's Plant Shop

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$24.99
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Description

Hoya wayetii ‘Tricolor’ – A Vivid, Trailing Hoya Cultivar

Add a splash of tropical elegance to your indoor plant collection with Hoya wayetii ‘Tricolor’—a captivating cultivar celebrated for its narrow, lance-shaped leaves adorned with variegation in deep green, creamy white, and shades of pink. This epiphytic semi-succulent thrives in hanging planters, macrame holders, or trained vertically on a trellis, making it a versatile choice for any space.

Botanical Highlights

  • Botanical Name: Hoya wayetii ‘Tricolor’
  • Common Name: Variegated Hoya wayetii, Hoya ‘Tricolor’
  • Family: Apocynaceae
  • Origin: A cultivar of Hoya wayetii, native to the Philippines and Southeast Asia
  • Growth Habit: Trailing or climbing epiphyte

Why You'll Love It

  • Tricolor Foliage: This variety features striking green leaves edged in creamy white with pink tones that intensify under high light. New growth often flushes a vibrant reddish-pink before maturing.
  • Waxy, Star-Shaped Blooms: Mature plants may produce umbels of small, sweetly fragrant, star-like flowers in soft pink and maroon hues, typical of the Hoya genus.
  • Drought-Tolerant: As a semi-succulent, it stores water in its thick, leathery foliage, making it an excellent low-maintenance option.
  • Fast-Growing & Flexible: With proper care, vines can reach 2 to 4 feet in length. Ideal for both vertical and trailing arrangements.
  • Non-Toxic (With Caution): Generally regarded as non-toxic to pets, though ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Supervise curious pets.

Care Guide

  • Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal. Morning sun can boost variegation, but intense afternoon rays may scorch the leaves.
  • Watering: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Use a chunky, well-aerated mix (such as orchid bark, perlite, and peat) to mimic its natural epiphytic environment.
  • Humidity: Prefers 50–80% humidity. Supplemental humidity via misting, pebble trays, or humidifiers can support optimal growth, especially during winter.
  • Temperature: Thrives in typical indoor ranges—between 60–85°F (16–29°C). Protect from cold drafts or sudden drops in temperature.
  • Feeding: Use a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season (spring and summer).

Plant Profile Summary

Feature Detail
Type Epiphytic trailing houseplant
Light Bright, indirect
Water Infrequent; allow topsoil to dry
Mature Size Vines up to 4 ft
Flowering Yes, in ideal conditions
Humidity Moderate to high (50–80%)
Toxicity Non-toxic, mildly irritating if ingested

 

A Cultivar with Botanical Charm

Introduced to the horticultural trade in the late 20th century, Hoya wayetii ‘Tricolor’ quickly gained popularity among collectors for its vibrant foliage and forgiving nature. Native to tropical forest margins, the parent species (Hoya wayetii) grows as an epiphyte in the Philippines, clinging to trees and drawing moisture from humid air. The variegated form was selected for its ornamental appeal and remains a must-have for any Hoya enthusiast.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.