Hoya carnosa 'Tricolor' (Krimson Princess) D14

Hoya carnosa () is a classic cultivar with central variegation, easily recognized by its green edges and the cream or yellow areas in the middle of the leaf. Young foliage may develop pink, red, or purple tones, while the stems often have reddish hues. The plant produces long vines, suitable for trailing growth or training on a support, and may produce umbels of pale pink, fragrant, waxy flowers when mature.

Horticultural identity. The accepted cultivar name is Hoya carnosa.

Foliage and growth habit. The leaves are thick, glossy, and oval, with an irregular central area of cream, yellow, or pale green surrounded by green margins. New growth may display persistent shades of pink, red, reddish brown, or purple, which fade as the leaves mature. The proportion and pattern of the variegation naturally vary from one leaf to another and from one specimen to another.

The vines can be allowed to trail from a hanging pot or trained on a support. Their length varies from one specimen to another, depending on the season and production batch.

Flowers and fragrance. When mature, the plant may produce umbels of waxy flowers ranging from pale pink to purplish pink, with a darker center. The flowers are fragrant, and the intensity and nuances of the scent may vary depending on the time of day and growing conditions.

Substrate: use an airy, well-draining mix suitable for epiphytic species. We recommend the professional substrate for Hoya and Anthurium - SG Mix.

For complete recommendations on light, watering, substrate, fertilization, propagation, and flowering, read the complete Hoya care guide.