Hoya carnosa 'Eskimo'

hoya eskimo

Also known as: Wax Plant, Eskimo Hoya, Porcelain Flower

Hoya Eskimo is a charming tropical houseplant known for its small, waxy green leaves covered with beautiful silver speckling. This trailing Hoya plant develops a soft frosted look that becomes especially noticeable in bright indirect light. Its thick leaves store moisture, allowing it to dry slightly between waterings and making it relatively easy to care for. Hoya Eskimo looks beautiful in hanging baskets, plant shelves, and bright indoor spaces, where its trailing vines can cascade naturally. With the right conditions, mature plants can also produce clusters of small, fragrant, star shaped flowers.

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plant tips

  • water

    Allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in spring and summer and reduce in cooler months.

  • light

    Thrives in bright to medium indirect light. More light encourages the most vivid silvery speckles and triggers blooming. Always keep away from direct harsh sun.

  • zone

    Houseplant.

  • mature size

    Approx. 36" W × 36" H

care

Place in a warm, bright spot with indirect light and keep away from cold drafts. Use a fast-draining potting mix and feed with a diluted balanced fertilizer every other watering during spring and summer. Never remove the woody stems after flowering as the plant reblooms from the same spots each season. Mist leaves occasionally or place near a humidifier for best growth and blooming.

decor inspo

  • kitchen counter accent

    Place Hoya Eskimo on your kitchen counter for a soft, charming accent that brings a fresh, tropical feel to any cooking space

  • living room natural elegance

    Style Hoya Eskimo on a living room side table or shelf for a soft, sophisticated accent that adds quiet tropical beauty to any well-lit space.
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