Scientific Family | Apocynaceae family |
Genus | Hoya |
Scientific/Common Name | Hoya Carnosa (variegated) |
Origin | Native to Australia and Asia. |
Mature Height | Its tendrils usually reach up to 11 to 20 inches in length. |
Distinguishing Traits | Thick waxy green leaves that are framed in colors ranging from pink to cream. |
Home Placement | It does well in a west or south-facing window. |
Growth Rate | Relatively fast-growing compared to other Hoya variations. |
Light Needs | It enjoys bright, indirect light. But bright direct sunlight is beneficial during spring and winter. |
Watering Needs | Water one to three times a week, allowing the soil to dry completely between watering sessions. |
Soil Needs | Hoya Krimson Queen enjoys well-draining soil. |
Temperature Needs | This plant enjoys mid-range, pretty consistent temperatures between 60 degrees Fahrenheit to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. |
Fertilizer Needs | A nitrogen-rick, water-soluble fertilizer is highly recommended every month during its growing season. |
Humidity Needs | It enjoys higher humidity levels of around 60%. |
Flowering | It produces fragment clusters of star-shaped flowers. |
Pruning | You can prune it if you want to shape and control its vine size. |
Propagation | You can use its stem cuttings to start their new root development in either water or soil. |
Repotting | You can repot your Hoya Krimson Queen every year or every other season. |
Diseases and Pests | The most common disease is root rot, while the most common pests are scale, spider mites, and mealy bugs. |
Toxicity | It is considered a non-toxic indoor houseplant. |