Porcelain Flower

Hoya bellaAlso known as: Miniature Wax Plant, Beautiful Hoya

Porcelain Flower is a compact, miniature Hoya with small, pointed leaves and exquisite star-shaped flowers that look like they're made of porcelain. Native to India and Myanmar, it typically grows to about 18 inches (45 cm). Its delicate appearance and sweetly scented blooms make it a treasured collector's plant.

Moderate Care

Bright Indirect Light

Perennial

Quick Care Summary

Light
Bright Indirect Light

Temperature Range
55-80°F (13-27°C)

Ideal Temp
68°F (20°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 7-10 days, when top inch (2.5 cm) is dry
Summer	Every 5-7 days
Fall	Every 10-14 days
Winter	Every 14-21 days

Keep evenly moist but not soggy. More water-loving than many Hoyas.

Misting Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	2-3 times per week
Summer	Daily in dry conditions
Fall	2-3 times per week
Winter	2-3 times per week

Requires higher humidity than other Hoyas. Ideal in bathrooms or with humidifier.

Fertilizing Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	Every 2-3 weeks with diluted balanced fertilizer
Summer	Every 2-3 weeks at half strength
Fall	Monthly
Winter	No fertilizing needed

Regular feeding encourages blooming. Use orchid fertilizer for good results.

Pruning

Frequency: Minimal

Best Season: After flowering if needed

Never remove flowering peduncles. Light trimming encourages bushiness.

Repotting

Frequency: Every 2-3 years

Best Season: Spring

Use small pot with excellent drainage. Prefers being somewhat rootbound.

Flowering

Season
Late spring through summer

Color
White with pink or red centers

Produces clusters of perfectly symmetrical, waxy, fragrant flowers. Each cluster contains 8-10 star-shaped blooms.

Propagation Methods

Stem cuttings with nodes
Water or soil propagation
Layering while attached to mother plant

Common Problems

Dropping flowers/buds: Low humidity or temperature changes
Yellow leaves: Overwatering
No blooms: Insufficient light or immature plant
Leaf drop: Cold drafts or temperature shock

Pro Tips

More demanding than common Hoyas - needs consistent humidity
Perfect for bathrooms with bright light
Flowers have sweet, jasmine-like fragrance
Best displayed in hanging baskets for optimal flower viewing

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