The wax flower (Hoya carnosa) is a beautiful plant, whose name derives from the appearance of its flowers that look like wax or porcelain, especially when they are not yet fully open.

Depending on the length of the plant, it is possible to leave it suspended or adapt it to a climber, although in the latter case it will still need to be tied to a support.

To bloom, the wax flower needs to be placed in a place with plenty of light, but not exposed directly to the sun. The ideal is to put it outside, in a sheltered from the sun’s rays but with plenty of light.

The wax flower does not withstand intense cold, which is why if you decide to grow it in cold places, you will need to protect it from wind and frost.

Its leaves are oval and fleshy in appearance, and this is indicative of the water reserves that the plant is able to store. Despite this, it is advisable to water it frequently in summer, to promote flowering.

In winter, it is necessary to reduce the frequency of irrigation, allowing the surface soil to dry out between waterings. Too much water could cause the leaves to turn yellow.

The wax flower can reach a height of several meters, but this will depend on the size of the vase. A 30-centimeter pot is enough to contain a plant of 3 or 4 meters in height. The plant begins to bloom when the roots are tightly together.

The main causes of flower bud drop include excessive heat (an average temperature of 30°C or higher), plant displacement, cold air currents (such as air conditioning), and lack of water.

The plant will not bloom if there is a lack of nutrients, light or moisture, or if the pot is too large.

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