Content
- The most common types of so-called wax flowers
- The Hoya australis
- Special features of the Hoya bella
- The care of the Hoya camosa
- Tips
The Hoya bella, the "beautiful" porcelain flower lives up to its name
The most common types of so-called wax flowers
The wax flowers, which belong to the silk plant plants, are found worldwide in many subspecies, of which so far about 300 have been scientifically recorded as valid species.The use as a houseplant is limited to the mentioned due to the filigree flowers and porcelain flowers wax flowers on relatively few species that are available from specialist retailers.
The Hoya australis
The Hoya australis is one of the often cultivated as a houseplant porcelain flowers. As the name suggests, the original distribution area of this species complex within the genus of wax flowers in the tropical regions of northern Australia, but also on the islands of Oceania. This wax flower is characterized by the following characteristics:
The winding shoots of the species can partially lignify with increasing age. With appropriate climbing and good care, this pleasantly scented wax flower species can reach a maximum height of 5 meters during flowering.
Special features of the Hoya bella
Compared to the Hoya australis, the Hoya bella is characterized by a more compact growth. Therefore, this species is particularly suitable for the culture on a shady windowsill. The flowers of this species are generally white, but have a purple center. Since this species branches out very richly, the plants can be well trained to a handsome shrub form. Propagation can be done relatively easily via offshoot.
The care of the Hoya camosa
This subspecies of porcelain flowers is a strong climbing variety, which can be used well for the reinforcement of stair gates or other trellises in the house. However, it should not be too warm at the selected location in winter, as the wax flower may otherwise take a longer break during flowering. The color of the flowers is in the subspecies Hoya camosa between white and pink.
Tips
In the literature on the care of wax flowers are sometimes very contradictory information about their toxin content. Since some varieties may be toxic not only to birds but also to humans, infants should not be left unattended near the plants.