Waxy evergreen foliage
Thick leaves remain the main decorative feature even when the plant is not in flower.
Hoya 'Flamingo Dream' 12cm
Normal price
€15,00
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Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’
The plant that makes you say, “how cute is that?” 🍬
- Apocynaceae
- Thick waxy leaves
- Pink-white flowering
- Trailing or climbing
- Compact pot
Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’ keeps the resilient waxy blade of Hoya carnosa at a compact scale and is sold as a cultivated selection for pink-white flower umbels.
Young stems can trail or be guided around a small hoop, while flowering depends on maturity and a stable bright environment.
What makes it distinctive
A compact pot, waxy texture and pink flowering identity create a Hoya with a sweet appearance but genuine epiphytic resilience.
Rounded umbels at maturity
Hoyas form groups of star-shaped flowers on persistent peduncles when age and conditions permit.
Flexible direction
Fine stems can fall from an elevated position or be arranged on a small support.
Why you will love it: it offers a romantic identity and the possibility of pink-white flowers without losing the practical value of waxy foliage.
In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
Place it on a high shelf or in a hanging position near a bright window so stems can fall without rubbing against traffic. Terracotta, deep green or matte cream highlights the fleshy texture.
Plants that set it off
Pair it with other epiphytes that enjoy aerated roots and bright filtered light while changing the foliage silhouette.
- Philodendron hederaceum — a soft heart-shaped line that frames without hiding the distinctive foliage.
- Rhipsalis paradoxa — jointed trailing structure for sculptural contrast in an elevated display.
- Dischidia ovata — a related epiphytic character and finer leaf pattern for a coherent composition.
Care at a glance
Light
Very bright filtered light. Gentle morning or late-afternoon sun after gradual acclimation.
Water
Water thoroughly once most of the mix has dried. Never leave water standing around the roots.
Atmosphere
Keep at 18–27°C with moderate to raised humidity and good airflow; protect below 15°C.
Pets
Best kept away from pets as a precaution. Prevent access and chewing.
Selected for this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed careComplete care guideLight, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail
Bright filtered light
Place it near an east- or west-facing window or behind a sheer curtain. Ample light supports compact growth and potential flowering, but abrupt hot sun scorches foliage.
The watering cycle
Water evenly and let excess escape, then wait until most of the airy mix has dried. Fleshy tissues tolerate brief dryness better than permanent saturation.
Humidity with airflow
Moderate to raised humidity supports roots and new growth, especially in small pots. Gentle air circulation is essential so leaves and nodes do not stay continually wet.
Temperature and stem direction
Keep at 18–27°C and above 15°C. Let stems trail or guide them gently around a hoop without tight ties that damage the active tip.
An epiphytic substrate
Use a highly aerated Hoya mix with coarse components and immediate drainage. Repot infrequently and increase the container only slightly once the root ball has genuinely filled it.
Nutrition and repotting
HB-101 is a plant biostimulant/vitalizer, not a complete NPK fertilizer. Use it as a complementary product at the label rate for gentle support after stress or repotting. It does not replace balanced base nutrition during active growth.
Botanical identityOrigin & taxonomic identityThe species, origin and cultivated selection
Accepted taxonomic identity
Hoya carnosa is an accepted species in the Apocynaceae. ‘Flamingo Dream’ is a modern cultivated trade designation within H. carnosa, not a separate wild species.
Native range and growth habit
Hoya carnosa is native from southern China and Laos to southern Japan and Taiwan, where it grows as a climbing epiphyte or lithophyte.
The cultivated ‘Flamingo Dream’ selection
The name ‘Flamingo Dream’ identifies this cultivated line. A published pedigree, breeder or plant-patent details do not widely accompany the name.
Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific details nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who likes to look beyond the surface
Epiphytic roots need oxygen
Hoyas often evolved on trunks or rocks where water and air alternate quickly, explaining their need for a coarse, aerated mix.
Corolla and corona are separate structures
The waxy flower typically has a five-part corolla and a second star-shaped corona in the centre, creating its characteristic double geometry.
Pollen travels in compact packets
As in many Apocynaceae, pollen is organised into pollinia joined in a specialised pollinarium rather than released as loose dust.
An old peduncle is a reusable organ
In Hoya carnosa, the same peduncle can persist and produce later umbels. Removing it after the first bloom removes an already mature flowering site.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about behaviour, common signs and correct care for this plant.
01 Why are there no flowers on arrival?
The product is a living plant and flowering is not permanent. A young plant may need considerable time, light and stability before forming a mature peduncle.
02 When exactly should I water?
Check deep in the mix and feel the pot's weight. Water when most of the substrate is dry and the container is noticeably lighter, then drain completely.
03 Can I wrap it around a hoop immediately?
Yes, only while the stem is flexible. Make loose curves and tie the main stem, never the leaf or tender active tip.
04 Why is it not flowering?
Flowering depends on maturity, light intensity, stable care and species. Increase bright filtered light gradually and avoid overfeeding; a young plant may simply need time.
05 Should old flower spurs be cut off?
Not while they remain alive. Many Hoyas bloom again from the same persistent peduncle, so remove only tissue that is dry or clearly damaged.
06 Is it safe for cats and dogs?
For this particular plant, we recommend keeping it away from cats and dogs as a precaution. This does not classify the plant as toxic. It is not intended for consumption; prevent access and chewing.
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Every order is prepared with care so your plant arrives upright, secure and safe.
Individual protection
Plants in pots with a capacity of 3 litres or more are placed in individual boxes that hold the pot securely and reduce the risk of tipping over.
Sturdy packaging
We use reinforced cardboard designed to protect against impacts and vibration during transport.