Scientific Name: Hoya carnosa 'Krimson Queen'

Common Name(s): Krimson Queen Hoya, Tricolor Hoya, Hoya variegata, Wax Plant

Defining Characteristics:

• White to pink coloration on the leaf's edge with new leaves sometimes being completely white
• Thick, sturdy, waxy leaves
• Produces clusters of pink flowers that have a sweet smell

Recommended Pot Size: Small to Large

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): 60-80°

Humidity: 50-80%

Watering Frequency: Water when the top inch or two of soil is dry.

Lighting: Bright, indirect light

Soil Type: Well-draining soil mix, such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil

Growth Rate: Moderate

Height at Maturity: 2 to 4 feet as a houseplant; vines can be pruned back to keep the plant smaller

Origin: Eastern Asia and Australia

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10–11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: Hoya carnosa ‘Krimson Queen’ is a beautiful cultivar of the classic Hoya carnosa. This plant is a tropical epiphyte that will thrive in a well-draining soil mix with medium to high humidity. The outer edges of the leaves are variegated, so the plant will enjoy more light than the original green carnosa. If the plant produces a peduncle and flowers, it will reflower from that same peduncle, so do not cut it off after the flowers are done blooming.

Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

Standard pot sizes for Josh's Frogs plants typically range from 1.25-3.5 inches.