Hoya wayetii 'Tricolor

Wax Flower or Hoya 'Wayetii Tricolor' (Hoya wayetii 'Tricolor')

This extremely unusual and colorful Wax Flower 'Wayetii Tricolor' is a true gem of the houseplant world and a collector's dream! It stands out with its elongated, boat-shaped leaves, adorned with an incredible mix of colors – green, cream white, and, when receiving enough sunlight, stunningly bright pink and rosy edges. But its true pride is revealed when it blooms (as shown in the first image) – it forms dense, fluffy clusters of dark red or burgundy flowers that emit an irresistibly sweet, caramel-like fragrance. It is an elegant, hanging, and distinctly exotic houseplant that will add a romantic, dynamic, and very fragrant accent to any interior. It is an ideal, long-lasting, and safe gift for any aesthete who appreciates both variegated foliage and spectacular flowering!

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

• ☀️ Light: Maximum bright light and some direct sunlight (especially morning or afternoon sun). For the plant to develop and maintain its famous pink "tricolor" coloration and to be able to form flower buds, sunlight is vital! In too dark a place, the plant will survive without problems, but the leaves will lose their rosy tint.

• 💧 Watering: Moderate and very careful. The wax flower’s fleshy leaves store water, so allow the top layer of soil to dry out thoroughly (almost completely) between waterings. It absolutely cannot tolerate overwatering and sitting in standing water in a saucer – this will very quickly cause delicate root rot.

• 🌡️ Temperature/Humidity: Thrives at standard room temperature. Being a tropical epiphyte, it will appreciate increased air humidity (especially during the heating season), but adapts excellently to drier indoor air as well. Protect it from cold drafts!

• 🐾 Pets: Pet-friendly. This colorful and fragrant tropical vine is non-toxic and completely safe in your home with curious cats and dogs.

🏠 BEST LOCATION:

• Bright hanging pot or tall shelf (the absolute best place, allowing its long, colorful tendrils to hang down elegantly and freely).

• Sunny windowsill in the living room or bedroom (to ensure vivid leaf coloration and maximize flowering stimulation).

• Bright bathroom with a window (if it has naturally elevated humidity and plenty of light).

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Height: 10-15 cm

• Pot diameter: 9 cm

⚠️ Note: Plants are living organisms, so each specimen may differ slightly from the description. It is important to know the golden rule of wax flowers: never, under any circumstances, cut off spent flower stalks (the small, hard "stems" that held the flowers)! Hoyas bloom again and again from the same small stem, so cutting it off means flowers will never appear in that spot again. Remember, the first image shows an example of flowering – for the plant to bloom in your home, you need patience and to provide it with plenty of bright light and love!