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Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' pot Ø6.5 cm
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Hoya carnosa 'Compacta', also known as "Hindu Rope", features twisted, thick leaves and fragrant waxy flowers, being a spectacular indoor plant ideal for tropical decor.
Approx height (including pot): 10 cm
Flowering state: No flowers
Pot diameter: 6.5 cm
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🌿 Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' – twisted leaves and waxy fragrant flowers
General description
- Twisted, sculptural leaves: The thick, fleshy leaves are curled and compacted, creating a unique rope-like appearance with intense green coloring, perfect for modern and boho decor.
- Fragrant star-shaped flowers: Blooms with waxy, star-shaped flowers in pale pink with a red center, grouped in elegant umbels, bringing an exotic and fragrant accent to indoor decor.
- Cascading growth: Perfect for hanging baskets or bright shelves where its distinctive rope-like vines can trail beautifully.
How to care for Hoya carnosa 'Compacta'
- Light: Prefers bright indirect light to stimulate flowering. Can tolerate some gentle morning sun.
- Watering: Water moderately, allowing the substrate to dry partially between waterings. Its succulent leaves make it drought-tolerant.
- Soil: Use a well-draining substrate (hoya soil mix, bark, perlite) to prevent root rot.
- Temperature and humidity: Ideal temperature: 18–28°C, with moderate humidity for healthy foliage.
- Important: Do not remove flower peduncles after blooming, as they will flower again from the same spot.
Why choose Hoya carnosa 'Compacta'?
If you're looking for an exotic plant with twisted, sculptural leaves and fragrant flowers that add elegance and freshness to your space, Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' is the perfect choice. It's easy to maintain and ideal for collectors and hoya lovers who want a unique accent in their indoor decor.
Lungime: 10 cm
Greutate (kg): 0.25 Kg
Denumire: Hoya
Diametru: 6.5 cm
Cerințe lumină: Partial umbra
Tip plantă: Decorative
Utilizare: Interior
Tip suport: Ghiveci
Material Suport: Plastic
Are there multiple stems/plants in the pot?
There is one plant in the 6.5 cm pot.
What should I do if the plant arrives damaged?
It is very rare for couriers to mishandle parcels, even though we label them as "FRAGILE".
In the unfortunate event that one or more plants, or the package, arrive damaged, please contact us and we will solve the situation together.
We assure you of our full cooperation.
Can I choose the exact plant I order?
You can contact us via WhatsApp or by phone to receive photos of the available specimens before shipping.
Does it have flowers?
Most of the Hoya plants we sell are not in bloom when shipped. However, they can bloom under the right light, temperature, and humidity conditions. The flowers are waxy, star-shaped, and very fragrant, especially in the evening.
Check the "Flowering stage" for each product to see whether the plant is:
- Without flowers
- With formed peduncles
- With flowers
Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' flowers typically last between 7 and 10 days after opening, sometimes up to two weeks if the environment is stable (no drafts and consistent temperature).
After the flowers fade, do not cut the peduncles, as they can produce new inflorescences in subsequent seasons.
Blooming period
- Under ideal light and temperature conditions, Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' can bloom multiple times a year, more frequently in late spring and summer (May–August).
- In indoor environments with adequate artificial light, flowering can even occur outside the natural season, for example in winter, if exposed to more than 12 hours of light per day.
Flower description
- The flowers are small, star-shaped, pale pink with a deep red center, grouped in spherical umbels.
- They form on permanent peduncles, so do not remove them after blooming.
- Each umbel typically contains 20-40 individual flowers.
Fragrance of the flowers
- The scent is strong and sweet, more intense in the evening and at night.
- The aroma is honey-like with vanilla notes, sometimes with a chocolate undertone, typical of Hoya carnosa varieties.
Why is my Compacta growing so slowly?
Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' is naturally one of the slowest-growing hoya varieties due to its compact, twisted leaf formation. This is normal and not a sign of poor health. To optimize growth:
1. Ensure bright indirect light (slow growth is often light-related)
2. Maintain consistent watering schedule
3. Fertilize monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer
4. Be patient – this variety typically grows only 2-4 inches per year
5. Once established, it will grow more vigorously
To encourage reblooming of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta', follow these essential tips:
1. Do not cut the flower peduncles – they are permanent and can produce new flowers multiple times. Even if partially dried, keep them.
2. Provide strong and consistent light – at least 10–12 hours per day. Ideally, place the plant near an east- or southeast-facing window. In the cold season, you can use a LED grow light.
3. Avoid moving the plant – after peduncles appear, changing its position or light angle can stop flower development.
4. Use appropriate fertilizer – apply a balanced indoor plant fertilizer (e.g., NPK 10-10-10) during growth, and switch to a phosphorus-rich one (e.g., 10-30-20) when buds form.
5. Maintain temperatures between 22–28°C by day and above 18°C by night – sudden changes can stop bud formation.
6. Water moderately – let the substrate dry almost completely between waterings. Overwatering can inhibit flowering.
7. Ensure ambient humidity of 50–70% – if the air is too dry, buds may drop before opening.
8. Allow a mild rest period in winter – reduce watering and avoid overfertilizing; this pause helps the plant store energy for the next flowering cycle.
Is it toxic for pets or children?
Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' is an ornamental plant not intended for consumption. It contains a milky latex (whitish sap) that appears when leaves or stems are damaged. This latex contains irritating compounds (mainly alkaloids and saponins) which can cause:
- For humans: skin or eye irritation, especially in sensitive individuals; if ingested, it may cause nausea, vomiting, or digestive discomfort.
- For pets (cats, dogs, rabbits, etc.): excessive salivation, oral irritation, mild vomiting, or temporary loss of appetite – symptoms are usually mild but unpleasant.
Although Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' is not considered "highly toxic", it belongs to the category of ornamental plants with irritating latex.
It is recommended to:
- avoid handling with bare hands if you are sensitive to the sap,
- keep the plant away from children and pets,
- wash your hands immediately after cutting or repotting.
Where should I place it indoors for blooming?
Ideally near an east- or southeast-facing window, with bright indirect light and without sudden changes of position after peduncles appear. This variety blooms best when slightly pot-bound and kept in the same location year-round.
