Hoya carnosa aka Honeyplant
Taxonomy
Common names
Honeyplant, Waxplant, Hindu RopeHow to care for Honeyplant
Difficulty
Honeyplant is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.
Water
Honeyplant does best in dry soil and should only be watered sparingly.
Soil
Honeyplant loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Honeyplant prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Dormancy
During the cold period, it is common for Honeyplant to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more during this period.
Toxicity
Honeyplant is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.
Humidity
The Honeyplant is not in need of supplementary humidity. Most water is taken in by plants through their roots, thus soil watering is the most efficient way to provide humidity to your plants.
Fertilizer
The Honeyplant should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Region of origin
Honeyplant’s native range is Southeast Asia and Australia.
Flower
If you provide your Honeyplant with adequate amounts of sunlight and water, it will bloom.
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