Variegated Hoya

Also known as: Variegated Hoya, Large Leaf Hoya, Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower

Hoya macrophylla is an evergreen epiphytic climber grown for its large, fleshy, glossy leaves and clusters of waxy, star-shaped flowers. The variegated form, often sold as Variegated Hoya, has cream to yellow markings along the leaf margins or in splashes. It produces pendent umbels of pale pink to white flowers, usually with a contrasting darker center, mainly in spring and summer. Plants climb or trail from a woody base and are ideal for hanging baskets or a support in a bright indoor position. The ornamental foliage remains attractive year-round.

Variegated Hoya

Scientific classification

Species: Variegated Hoya (Hoya macrophylla)
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Family: Apocynaceae

Non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Toxicity: Climber · Houseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: 2 - 3 metres
Height: 1 - 2 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Climbing · Trailing
Habit: Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Bright indirect light
Sunlight: 18 – 27 °C
Ideal temperature

Variegated Hoya pictures

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Distribution of Variegated Hoya

Distribution map

Southeast Asia

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Culture

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Toxicity

Non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans.

Quick identification of Variegated Hoya

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Variegated Hoya care guide

Water thoroughly, then allow the top few centimetres to dry between waterings; reduce in winter.
Watering: Bright indirect light
Sunlight: 18 – 27 °C
Ideal temperature

Watering

Water thoroughly, then allow the top few centimetres to dry between waterings; reduce in winter.

Fertilizing

Every 2-4 weeks during spring and summer

Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove damaged growth; avoid cutting old flower spurs, as Hoyas often rebloom from them.

Propagation

Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer. Take a cutting with at least two nodes, remove lower leaves, and root in water, sphagnum moss, or a perlite/peat mix at 20-25°C. Keep humidity high and bright indirect light until roots form.

Growing

Grow in a bright position with indirect light, such as an east- or west-facing window; avoid harsh midday sun that can scorch leaves. Use a coarse, well-drained epiphytic mix, for example orchid bark, perlite and peat or coir, and repot only when rootbound. Water thoroughly, then allow the top few centimetres of the mix to dry before watering again; reduce watering in winter. Feed with a dilute balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-4 weeks during spring and summer, and keep humidity moderate to high. Maintain temperatures of 18-24°C and protect from temperatures below 10-15°C.

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