hoya carnosa'rubra'
Care level
Medium
Popularity
Star
Variegation
Central pattern
This variety features leaves with a lighter center and a green border, and when new, the lighter center shows shades of purplish pink and red that fade over time, while the green edge may appear dark. Its leaves are a bit wider than similar types, and its stems are usually larger with purple and red tones when young before they turn gray.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Wide range (53.6°F - 86°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Medium
Climbing
Moderate growth
This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.
It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The hoya rubra can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.