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Emm's Plant House

Hoya Bella 12cm H30cm

Hoya Bella 12cm H30cm

£26.00 GBP
£26.00 GBP
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Hoya Bella, also known as the Miniature Wax Plant, is a compact trailing vine prized for its small, glossy green leaves and clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers with pink centers. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in bright, indirect light and humid conditions, making it ideal for indoor hanging baskets or terrariums.

  • Full Botanical Name: Hoya Bella
  • Common Names: Miniature Wax Plant, Hoya Bella
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Shaded tropical forests, climbing on trees or rocks, high humidity, well-draining soil

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates some morning or late afternoon sun
  • Ideal Room: Hanging baskets, shelves, or terrariums with filtered light and high humidity
  • Feeding: Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during active growth; reduce feeding in winter
  • Humidity: Moderate to high (50–80%); mist regularly or use a humidifier
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–28°C (65–82°F); avoid cold drafts below 15°C (59°F)
  • Watering: Allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry between waterings; avoid overwatering
  • Pet/Child Safe: Mildly toxic if ingested
  • Soil Type: Well-draining, organic-rich potting mix or epiphytic mix
  • Propagation: Stem cuttings; root easily in water or soil
  • Eventual Height and Spread: Trailing up to 1 m; stems 1–2 cm thick
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs, spider mites; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap
  • Repotting: Every 2–3 years or when root-bound
  • Pruning: Trim long or damaged stems to maintain shape
  • Air Purification: Helps improve indoor air quality moderately
  • Folklore: Symbolizes beauty, elegance, and good fortune
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