RedCrocus Hoya Rosita Live Plant - Wax Plant Hybrid Houseplant, Trailing Vine with Red-Blush Leaves, Easy Care, Bright Indirect Light 4" Pot

Name: RedCrocus Hoya Rosita Live Plant - Wax Plant Hybrid Houseplant, Trailing Vine with Red-Blush Leaves, Easy Care, Bright Indirect Light 4" Pot
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: berc44c-redcrocus
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Hoya Rosita

Hoya Collection

A sun-kissed wax plant hybrid with narrow, cascading leaves that blush deep burgundy in bright light and produce sweetly scented, starry blooms.

Description

Hybrid of Hoya wayetii × Hoya tsangii

Hoya Rosita is a sought-after epiphytic hybrid prized for its slender, semi‑succulent foliage and luminous sun‑stress coloration. In bright conditions, the normally olive‑green leaves flush red to burgundy, creating striking contrast on trailing vines. Mature plants produce clusters (umbels) of fuzzy, star‑shaped flowers in warm red tones with a sweet evening fragrance.

Built for life in the canopy, this Hoya prefers bright, filtered light, an airy potting mix, and modest watering. It thrives in hanging baskets or trained up a small trellis, rewarding patient growers with repeat blooms from the same flower spurs (peduncles) year after year.

Suggested Uses

Versatile and stylish indoors

Hanging baskets and macramé planters Bright east or filtered south window Trailing shelf or bookcase accent Small trellis or moss pole for display Warm, covered patio (frost‑free climates) Collector’s specimen in mixed Hoya groupings

Plant Details

General, typical guidance for this hybrid

Botanical NameHoya Rosita
Common NameHoya; Wax Plant hybrid
Size & GrowthTrailing/climbing vine to 3–6 ft (0.9–1.8 m) indoors; narrow leaves typically 2–4 in (5–10 cm); compact internodes; moderate vigor.
Hardiness ZonesUSDA 10–12 (frost‑free). Best grown indoors elsewhere; protect from temps below 55 °F (13 °C).
Foliage TypeEvergreen, semi‑succulent, narrow leaves that blush red/burgundy in strong, filtered light.
Bloom TimeLate spring through summer on mature plants; may rebloom from existing peduncles multiple times a year in high light.
Growth RateModerate with warmth and bright light; slower in low light or cool conditions.
Light RequirementsBright, indirect light with 2–4 hours of gentle morning sun; avoid harsh midday rays. More light deepens red foliage tones.
Attracts PollinatorsYes in warm outdoor settings—nectar‑rich blooms attract bees and moths. Indoors, appreciated mainly for fragrance.
Indoor FriendlyExcellent houseplant; adapts to typical indoor humidity with bright light and good airflow.
Container FriendlyIdeal for hanging baskets or snug pots; performs well slightly root‑bound; can be trained on small trellises.
Deer ResistantGenerally not preferred by deer due to leathery leaves and latex sap (in frost‑free gardens).
Pet WarningConsidered non‑toxic to cats and dogs; sap may cause mild stomach upset if chewed. Best kept out of reach of pets and children.
FragrantYes—sweet fragrance, most noticeable in the evening when blooms open.
Cut FlowerNot typically used as a cut flower; umbels last longest when left on the plant.
Grows Well WithGrows Well With Dischidia, Rhipsalis, Epiphyllum, Philodendron ‘Micans’, Monstera adansonii, and other Hoyas with similar care.

Care Tips

Practical guidance for best results

Planting InstructionsUse a pot with drainage and an airy, epiphytic mix. Keep the crown at soil level and train vines to trail or climb. Never remove flower spurs (peduncles)—they rebloom.
Soil MoistureWater thoroughly, then allow the top 30–50% of the mix to dry before watering again. Reduce frequency in winter; avoid letting the plant sit in water.
Soil TypeFast‑draining, chunky blend: approx. 40% fine orchid bark, 30% perlite/pumice, 20% coco coir or peat, 10% horticultural charcoal; pH slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0).
HumidityPrefers 50–70% relative humidity but tolerates ~40% indoors. Ensure gentle airflow; avoid cold drafts or stagnant, overly wet conditions.
Pruning InstructionsLightly tip‑prune after flowering to shape and encourage branching. Do not cut peduncles. Use sanitized shears; propagate from 2‑node cuttings with a visible node.
Winter CareProvide brighter light, keep above 55 °F (13 °C), and water less often. Avoid repotting and protect from drafts; maintain steady temperatures for bud retention.
Planting DepthSet at the same depth as in the nursery pot—cover roots only. When rooting cuttings, bury at least one node; keep leaves above the mix.
FertilizationFeed monthly in spring–summer with a balanced, dilute fertilizer (¼–½ strength). Optionally use a low‑nitrogen bloom booster 1–2× in early summer. Flush salts every 6–8 weeks.
Special CareKeep slightly root‑bound to encourage flowering; avoid moving the plant once buds form. Rotate monthly for even growth; wipe leaves; monitor for mealybugs and spider mites. Brighter light intensifies red foliage.