Hoya davidcummingii (Wax Plant): Fragrant Star-Flowered Climber

Hoya davidcummingii, a compact, fast-growing wax plant, charms with clusters of tiny, star-shaped, pink-red velvet flowers exuding a sweet vanilla fragrance. Its small, fleshy, elongated leaves and twining habit make it perfect for trellises, hoops, or hanging baskets.

Light & Temperature

Bright light with some direct sun (morning/evening). Insufficient light → no flowers. Summer: protect from intense midday sun (leaf burn). Winter: 15–20°C (59–68°F) with good light.

Soil & Potting

Light, airy, well-draining mix (orchid bark, perlite, peat). Avoid succulent mixes—too dense. Small pots preferred; Hoyas bloom better slightly root-bound.

Watering

Allow soil to dry between waterings. Overwatering → root rot. Water at room temperature. Reduce in winter.

Humidity & Feeding

Tolerates average humidity; thrives at 60% RH. Feed with bloom booster (high P/K) during flowering (spring–fall).

Flowering & Propagation

Blooms on same spurs (peduncles) yearly—never remove spent spurs. Mature plants produce 3 flushes/year, 20+ flowers each. Propagate via stem cuttings in warmth; 3–4 years to first bloom.

Pests

Mealybugs on leaf axils, nodes, flower stems. Treat with insecticidal soap/neem oil. Do not spray open flowers.

Sap irritates skin—wear gloves when handling.