Classic hardy Hoya with silver-splashed leaves like a starry sky, perfect for beginners

Hoya carnosa 'Stardust' produces the same thick, waxy, oval leaves as common carnosa, but each leaf is sprinkled with fine silver-white flecks that give the foliage a frosted, celestial quality, like a starry sky at night. The effect is subtle but distinct, especially when the leaves catch the light.

The plant climbs or trails, and under the right conditions, it produces clusters of pink flowers with a glossy, jewel-like texture. Hoya carnosa is native to East Asia and Australasia where it grows epiphytically in the canopy of tropical and subtropical forests. 'Stardust' is a cultivar selected for its fine silver-white leaf variegation.

Care

Hoya carnosa can tolerate a lot of neglect! It can stay in the same pot for years and survive neglect that would kill most other hoyas. The only thing that truly makes it suffer is overwatering; treat it almost like a succulent, especially in winter.

Many people complain that they have difficulty getting their carnosas to bloom. They need sufficient light and start blooming at around three years of age; they are not early bloomers, so be patient.

Thrives in bright, indirect light. Let the soil dry out thoroughly between waterings. Use well-draining, airy soil. Ideal temperature 18-26 degrees Celsius. Excellent for climbing supports or hanging baskets. Buy Hoya carnosa 'Stardust' online!