Hoya krinkle 'Rubra'

Hoya 'Krinkle Rubra' is a colourful form within the carnosa group, combining the dimpled leaf texture of the Krinkle types with soft pink to cream variegation. New leaves often emerge flushed with warm pink tones before maturing to green with lighter margins or centres. Flowers are soft pink with deeper pink centres, forming rounded clusters that stand out beautifully against the variegated foliage.

The plant grows steadily in warm, bright indoor conditions and performs best with filtered light, which helps maintain strong variegation. A lightly drying cycle suits its thick foliage, and regular feeding during the warmer months supports new vines and flowering. Its compact, textured leaves and varied colouring make it an attractive indoor hoya.

Key Characteristics

• Growth habit: Trailing or lightly climbing stems with compact internodes
• Leaf features: Dimpled green leaves with soft cream to pink variegation; new leaves often emerge flushed pink
• Flowers: Soft pink blooms with deeper pink centres, produced in rounded clusters
• Fragrance: Sweet scent, especially in warm conditions
• Pot size supplied: 100 mm or 80 mm depending on batch; plant size remains consistent
• Growth speed: Moderate in warm, bright conditions
• Skill level: Suitable for beginners

Growing Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light; gentle morning sun helps maintain clear variegation.
• Water: Allow most of the potting mix to dry before watering; avoid prolonged saturation.
• Temperature: Performs best between 18-30 °C with stable warm conditions.
• Humidity: Standard indoor humidity is adequate; moderate humidity supports flowering.
• Potting mix: Chunky, airy, free-draining blend with fine bark and coarse perlite.
• Fertiliser: Light, regular feeding during the warmer months encourages strong, steady growth.