| Family | Hoya Bella belongs to the Asclepiadaceae family. |
| Botanical Name | Hoya Lanceolata ssp. Bella |
| Scientific Name | Hoya Bella |
| Plant Common Name | Miniature Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, Wax Flower |
| Light Requirements | This plant is a tropical hoya, which means it prefers gentle light. Put your plant where they will get bright, indirect light. |
| Water RequirementsThis plant likes watering throughout its growing season and less watering in its dormant days. In summer, water your Hoya Bella. Let the soil dry out a bit between watering and never water your plant when the soil is still soggy. |
| Soil Requirements | This plant likes to grow in a high-quality soil mix. In particular, the soil should be well-draining, particularly if you’re growing the plant in a pot. Additionally, drainage holes will assist in draining the excess water. |
| Fertilizer Requirements | It loves light fertilizers during its growing season. A well diluted balanced fertilizer is good. On the other hand, you should avoid feeding your plant during its dormant state in winter. |
| Temperature Requirements | This plant likes cooler night temperatures. But temperatures below 41 degrees Fahrenheit will damage your Hoya Bella. So, keep the temperatures between 53 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal growth. The best range is between 71 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. |
| Humidity Requirements | It loves high humidity, ranging from 40% to 60%. |
| Size | As an indoor houseplant, expect its vines to grow out to around 2 to 3 feet. |
| Foliage Color | The leaves have no markings, and all its foliage is medium green in color. |
| Propagation | Through stem cutting, propagated in soil or water. |
| Toxicity | It doesn’t have any toxic effects. However, its sap may be irritating for pets and kids. So, you should wear gloves while making cuttings. |
| Pot Requirements | It is perfect for hanging pots. |
| Pruning Requirements | It’s better to maintain the appearance and shape of your plant by carefully pruning them every once in a while. |
| Growth Zone | Outdoors, it can be grown in USDA Hardiness zone 10, 11, and 12. |
| Common Problems | Yellow leaves, falling leaves, wrinkled and shriveled leaves, fungus disease, and mold on soil. |
| Pests | Mealybugs, spider mites, fungus gnats, red spiders, snails, slugs, and grasshoppers. |