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The wax flower, or Hoya Carnosa It is an ornamental plant that is successful in interior decoration. It is known for bringing charm and delicacy to environments. In addition, it has beautiful pendent flowers. Below, check out the characteristics of the flower, its species, and tips for harmonizing it in decoration.
Types of waxflower
Native to Asia, the wax flower is a pendant plant that adapted well to the tropical climate and, for this reason, has a variety of species in Brazil. It can be found in several colors that bring even more charm to the environments:
- Hoya Carnosa wax flower: this species is the most common in gardens and grows pendantly forming beautiful bunches, mostly pink.
- Hoya Carnosa Tricolor wax flower: It has beautiful flowers, but draws attention to its leaves, which vary in green, pink, and yellow.
- Flor-de-cera-Bella: This is a more delicate variety, perfect for indoors. It has sensitive leaves and white flowers.
- Compact Wax Flower (Krinkle Kurl): is slow growing, but has curved leaves that make up beautiful bunches of flowers.
- Hoya Kerrii wax flower: This type also grows slowly. Its highlight is its large, heart-shaped leaves.
- Cumingian waxflower: With delicate, round leaves, this variety is very charming. It stands out with its yellow flowers with a red center.
- Obscure Waxflower: is ideal for indoor environments, because it has flowers with a soft scent. In addition, the bunches are always full.
- Hoya Pubicalyx waxflower: Finally, this plant is native to the Philippines and is therefore considered a rare species. Its charm lies in its black hue, which makes it unique and ornamental.
With several varieties, the wax flower is a plant that can be adapted to any environment and style.
How to care for the waxflower
Although it looks like a fragile plant, the wax flower is durable and very resistant. However, like every ornamental plant grown in a vase, it needs care:
- Cultivation: According to Angela, the wax flower does not need a large vase, because the plant likes to have its roots compacted: "The ideal is to use a plastic vase with holes to facilitate drainage".
- Lighting: "The wax flowers with whiter leaves need more lighting, while those with greener leaves can stay a little further away from the sun," says the specialist.
- Watering: According to Angela, the best way to know if the plant needs to be watered is through the condition of the soil. Just put your two fingers on the ground to feel the humidity. If it is dry, it is necessary to water it.
- Ideal soil: "The ideal substrate for the plant can be made by mixing soil, carbonized rice nuts, vermiculite, and also charcoal," Angela indicates.
- Seedlings: can be produced by pruning branches planted in the substrate. Angela advises that it is ideal to leave the future plant in half-shade.
- Fertilization: According to Angela, the best fertilizer can be natural fertilizer, such as bovine manure.
- Pruning: Finally, the gardener remembers that the wax flower has a slow growth, so there is no need to prune it frequently. If necessary, pruning should always be done on the branches.
With these tips, you can now grow wax flowers and compose a unique environment at home. In the next topic, see more care and guidance about the flower.
Learn more about the wax flower
The wax flower can be the star of your decoration, but it has to be grown with great care and with all the care that this type of plant needs:
How to plant the wax flower
In this video, gardener Flávia Kremer talks about the characteristics of the wax flower and gives great tips on how to plant it.
The ideal soil for waxflower
Although it is a perennial, i.e. a long-lived plant, the wax flower requires a soil rich in organic matter and some basic care. In this video, you will find out how to create the ideal substrate for the flower to always develop well. It is worth checking out the vlog and stay tuned for the tips.
Tips on flowering waxflower
The flowering of the wax flower is the most awaited moment during the cultivation of the species, so it is essential to know more details about this moment.
See_also: 80 decoration ideas that you can do at home without spending too muchHow to make waxflower seedlings
Finally, if you decide to increase the production of waxflower seedlings at home, you should also take note of the information in this video. In it, you will learn about the formation of seedlings of the plant by means of twigs and leaves. It is worth checking it out, because this way you will always have a seedling to extend the species.
After writing down all these tips, you are already thinking about having a wax flower at home, aren't you? By following all the guidelines, you will certainly have a beautiful plant for many years to come.
10 beautiful photos of wax flower to inspire your decoration
It's time to see how to make your decoration spectacular with the presence of wax flowers:
1. the waxflower is a delicate and very beautiful plant
The wax flower is known for its charm
3. with star-shaped flowers and a sweet scent
4. it brings life and joy to the ornamentation
5. not only likes the indoor environments, but also makes the space more beautiful
6. outdoors, the wax flower is equally wonderful
7. because it is natural, its ornamentation is always a surprise
8. without a doubt, it is a flower that guarantees a delicate atmosphere at home
9. a unique contact with nature
And it brings color, life, and charm to the decor!
With all these tips and inspirations, you can include the wax flower in your home decoration. Choose the species that best suits your style and routine. If you have more space at home, get to know the beauty of orchids, which are also ornamental and have beautiful flowers.
