Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella
beautiful wax plant or wax flower
Cascading like a waterfall of miniature stars, clusters of pristinely white, waxy flowers dangle from soft, trailing stems throughout summer.
Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella enchants with its perfectly formed blooms, each centred with a striking lilac-pink corona that floats above the lush, fleshy green foliage. This compact epiphytic jewel lives up to its 'honey plant' moniker by filling warm conservatories and bright windowsills with its deliciously sweet fragrance, while its naturally pendulous habit makes it perfect for hanging displays.
True to its tropical nature, this sophisticated beauty thrives in humid environments where its downy stems can create living curtains of flower-studded foliage, provided winter temperatures stay above 10°C (50°F).
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), unless ordered as an option.
Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella enchants with its perfectly formed blooms, each centred with a striking lilac-pink corona that floats above the lush, fleshy green foliage. This compact epiphytic jewel lives up to its 'honey plant' moniker by filling warm conservatories and bright windowsills with its deliciously sweet fragrance, while its naturally pendulous habit makes it perfect for hanging displays.
True to its tropical nature, this sophisticated beauty thrives in humid environments where its downy stems can create living curtains of flower-studded foliage, provided winter temperatures stay above 10°C (50°F).
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), unless ordered as an option.
How to care for Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella:
Wax flower thrives in bright, indirect light and benefits from a little direct sun in the early morning or late afternoon to encourage flower bud formation. Keep the soil consistently moist during the summer but avoid waterlogging, and reduce watering in the colder months, giving the plant a good drink only when the soil is reasonably dry.
Mist the leaves regularly, especially if growing near central heating, and feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly while actively growing. Maintain temperatures above 10°C (50°F) in winter, with ideal growing conditions around 18-25?°C (65-77°F).
Mist the leaves regularly, especially if growing near central heating, and feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly while actively growing. Maintain temperatures above 10°C (50°F) in winter, with ideal growing conditions around 18-25?°C (65-77°F).
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
1.5m
12cm pot | 45cm tall
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