Hoya 'Crassipetiolata'

Hoya ‘Crassipetiolata’ – Hoya crassipetiolata

Botanical Name: Hoya crassipetiolata  |  Common Names: Hoya Crassipetiolata, Wax Plant

About This Plant

Hoya crassipetiolata is a stunning, easy-care vining tropical epiphyte native to Vietnam, prized by collectors for its thick, glossy, elongated leaves adorned with dark green veins and silver speckles. In high light conditions, the foliage can take on a beautiful reddish-purple blush — making it a dynamic, ever-changing display plant. Given time and the right conditions, it rewards patient growers with clusters of fragrant white to cream-colored blooms. A rare find that’s also pet-safe, making it one of the most sought-after hoyas for plant collectors and pet owners alike.

Why You’ll Love It

• Striking foliage — thick, glossy leaves with dark veins and silver speckles that catch the light beautifully
• Color-shifting — leaves blush reddish-purple in brighter light for a dramatic, ever-changing look
• Fragrant blooms — produces clusters of sweet-scented white to cream flowers with proper care
• Pet-safe — a rare hoya that’s non-toxic to cats and dogs
• Hand-selected & expert-grown — shipped fresh from Izzy’s Tropicals with our Arrive Alive Guarantee

Care at a Glance

• Light: Bright indirect light; tolerates some direct morning sun; more light = more color
• Water: Allow soil to dry out between waterings; drought-tolerant once established
• Soil: Well-draining mix; a hoya or orchid bark blend works well
• Temperature: Prefers 60–85°F; protect from cold drafts and frost
• Humidity: Moderate to high; benefits from a humidifier in dry climates

Pro Tips

• Give it a trellis or let it trail from a hanging planter — it’s a natural climber
• Don’t remove spent flower spurs — hoyas rebloom from the same peduncles
• Bright light brings out the best silver speckle contrast and reddish-purple blush