Variegated Hindu Rope Hoya (Hoya carnosa)
Variegated Hindu Rope Hoya (Hoya carnosa)
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The variegated Hindu rope hoya has tightly curled, waxy leaves marbled in cream and green, sometimes blushed with pink, along rope-like vines. It's a rarer version of a classic trailing plant, and it's safe around cats and dogs.
| Botanical name | Hoya carnosa 'Compacta Variegata' |
| Pet safety | Non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA listed) |
| Light | Bright, indirect |
| Mature size | Trailing vines 1 to 3 feet or more |
| Care level | Easy to moderate |
How to care for it
- Light: bright, indirect light keeps the variegation strong and encourages flowers.
- Water: let the soil dry out almost completely, then water thoroughly. The waxy leaves store water.
- Soil: a chunky, fast-draining mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Flowers: don't cut off the old flower spurs. Hoyas rebloom from the same spot.
Common questions
Is it safe for cats and dogs?
Yes. The ASPCA lists the wax plant (Hoya carnosa) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A pet that eats a lot of any plant may get a mild upset stomach, but it won't be poisoned.
How do I get it to bloom?
Give it bright, indirect light, let it get a little root-bound, and leave the old flower spurs in place. Most hoyas bloom once they're mature and happy.
Ships in its nursery pot. Decorative pots in the photos are not included.
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