Hindu Rope

Hoya carnosa compactaAlso known as: Krinkle Kurl, Rope Hoya, Twisted Hoya

Hindu Rope is a unique Hoya variety featuring tightly curled, rope-like foliage that cascades in thick, twisted strands. Native to Eastern Asia and Australia, it grows slowly to about 2-4 feet (60-120 cm) in length. Its unusual appearance and fragrant star-shaped flowers make it a collector's favorite.

Moderate Care

Bright Indirect Light

Perennial

Quick Care Summary

Light
Bright Indirect Light

Temperature Range
50-85°F (10-29°C)

Ideal Temp
70°F (21°C)

Pet Safe

This plant is non-toxic to cats and dogs. While it's safe to have around pets, ingestion of any plant material may still cause mild stomach upset.

Seasonal Care Schedule

Adjust your care routine based on the season for optimal plant health.

Watering Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	Every 10-14 days, when soil is mostly dry
Summer	Every 7-10 days
Fall	Every 14-21 days
Winter	Every 21-28 days

Allow soil to dry between waterings. Curled leaves hold moisture - prone to rot if overwatered.

Misting Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	Weekly
Summer	1-2 times per week
Fall	Weekly
Winter	Weekly

Appreciates humidity but avoid water sitting in curled leaves which can cause rot.

Fertilizing Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	Monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer
Summer	Monthly at half strength
Fall	Every 6-8 weeks
Winter	No fertilizing needed

Light feeder. Bloom-booster fertilizer can encourage flowering.

Pruning

Frequency: Minimal - don't prune flowering spurs

Best Season: After flowering if needed

Never remove peduncles (flower spurs) - they rebloom year after year.

Repotting

Frequency: Every 2-3 years or when extremely rootbound

Best Season: Spring

Prefers to be rootbound - promotes blooming. Use well-draining orchid-type mix.

Flowering

Season
Spring to summer on mature plants

Color
Pink and white star-shaped clusters

Produces stunning, fragrant porcelain-like flower clusters. Flowers are waxy and produce sweet nectar.

Propagation Methods

Stem cuttings in water or soil
Layering vines while still attached
Very slow to propagate - patience required

Common Problems

Mushy leaves: Overwatering causing rot
No blooms: Needs more light, maturity, or to be rootbound
Yellowing: Overwatering or too much direct sun
Slow growth: Normal - this is an extremely slow-growing plant

Pro Tips

Extremely slow grower - can take years to mature
Never cut off peduncles - flowers come from same spot yearly
Blooms best when rootbound
Variegated form is even slower growing and more rare

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