Species miniature wax plant
white flowers with red-cream center, lime-green leaves and olive stems

miniature wax plant

Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella

The Miniature Wax Plant, or Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella, is a species of flowering perennial plant. Originally hailing from Southeast Asia, the Miniature Wax Plant features leathery leaves and white-to-pink flowers, which bloom in small clusters. The plant is easy to care for and prefers bright, indirect light, equally distributed water, and occasional fertilizer. With proper care, it will produce bright, shiny foliage and clusters of fragrant flowers. An ideal houseplant, the Miniature Wax Plant needs minimal maintenance and will brighten up any home!

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Stem Propagation,Leaf Cutting,Air Layering Propagation,Division

Hardiness Zone:

11 - 12

Flowers:

White with red centers Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Miniature wax plants require moist soil, so they should generally be watered approximately every 7-10 days. Water the plant until water runs through the drainage holes in the pot. Allow the soil to partially dry out in between waterings, taking care not to let the soil become too dry or the plant will start to wilt. If the top of the soil has already dried out and the plant does not appear to have been watered recently, it is a sign that the plant needs to be watered.

sunlight

The miniature wax plant should be exposed to bright, indirect sunlight. During spring, summer, and fall, the plant should receive roughly 4-6 hours of sunlight each day. During the shorter winter days, it should receive around 2-3 hours of sunlight each day. Direct sunlight should be avoided as this can lead to sunscald, resulting in discoloration or death of the leaves.

pruning

The miniature wax plant (Hoya lanceolata subsp. bella) should be pruned during its growing season, which is typically spring to fall. When pruning, be sure to remove any dead or damaged leaves, stems, and flowers. For more drastic pruning, you should aim to remove no more than 1/3 of the plant's foliage. Doing so can help encourage a fuller and bushier plant.

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