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Hoya carnosa 'Compacta'

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A slow-growing, semi-succulent, evergreen vine bearing opposite pairs of puckered, rigid, dark green leaves. From spring to autumn it produces domed clusters of fragrant, waxy, star-shaped flowers with red centres

Scientific classification

Species: Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' (Hoya carnosa 'Compacta')
Genus: Hoya
Family: Apocynaceae

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Toxicity: Houseplants
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Trailing · Climbing
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta'

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Culture

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Quick identification of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta'

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Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. Prune after flowering has finished.

Propagation

Propagate by layering in spring or summer; root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in late summer

Growing

Grow in a fast-draining, loam-based compost with added extra organic matter. Position in bright, indirect light with shade from hot sun. In growth, water moderately and apply a balanced liquid feed monthly; keep just moist in winter. Hoyas resent repotting and can stay in the same pot for many years. See hoya cultivation

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