Porcelain Flower

Family

Apocynaceae

Origin

Philippines

Description

Hoya Krimson Princess is a variegated variant of the ever popular Hoya carnosa. “Krimson Princess“ is variegated on the edges of the leaves, that is, it has tinges of pink“ is variegated on the edges of the leaves, that is, it has tinges of pink. The plant produces star-shaped waxy flowers. They have a reddish-pink color. In the center, there is a darker red. Flowers last up to 10 days.

Environment

Easy to grow & don"t require much attention. Hoya do best in filtered light or with lots of artificial light in indoors.

Hoya plants don't ask for much, beyond the well-draining soil and the warm humid conditions ((similar to bromeliads and orchids)

They are epyphite, can be grown in orchid medium or light potting mix with lots of bark conditioner. Hoya like the security of a snug pot, and plants that are a bit root bound will flower more prolifically than those that are swimming around in a giant pot.

This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds .

Landscape Use

It makes a nice hanging basket, but also does really well as a mounted plant