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Hoya, Carnosa
Hoya, Carnosa
Hoya, Carnosa
Hoya, Carnosa
Hoya, Carnosa
Hoya, Carnosa

Hoya, Carnosa

$19.99

Hoya 'Carnosa' commonly called the wax plant, the ‘Carnosa’ is a tropical climbing or trailing member of the milkweed family. This particular variety is used to cultivate many different varieties of Hoya, like the ‘Chelsea’ and ‘Compacta’. This plant have thick green succulent-like foliage with a glossy or waxy shine. The can withstand a few hours of direct sunlight but prefer bright indirect light. When sun-stressed they become a brighter green and can develop reddish margins. The look great in hanging baskets and the trailing stems will adhere to a trellis much like an ivy. Under ideal conditions they will produce tiny fragrant white star-shaped blooms with a red center.

*Pot not included

Hoya 'Carnosa' commonly called the wax plant, the ‘Carnosa’ is a tropical climbing or trailing member of the milkweed family. This particular variety is used to cultivate many different varieties of Hoya, like the ‘Chelsea’ and ‘Compacta’. This plant have thick green succulent-like foliage with a glossy or waxy shine. The can withstand a few hours of direct sunlight but prefer bright indirect light. When sun-stressed they become a brighter green and can develop reddish margins. The look great in hanging baskets and the trailing stems will adhere to a trellis much like an ivy. Under ideal conditions they will produce tiny fragrant white star-shaped blooms with a red center.

*Pot not included

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 1 year warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.