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Hoya 'Flamingo Dream' 12cm

Name: Hoya 'Flamingo Dream' 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: HoyaFlamDream12cm
Price: 12.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

€15,00

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Epiphytic climber · Apocynaceae · Waxy foliage

Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’

The plant that makes you say, “how cute is that?” 🍬

Family: Apocynaceae · Pot diameter: 12 cm · Height: approx. 20 cm

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.

Waxy evergreen foliage

Thick leaves remain the main decorative feature even when the plant is not in flower.

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

In your space

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.

Plant pairings

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

Hoyas are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, although species-specific data are limited for less-studied taxa. Discourage chewing.

Selected for this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Hoya Premium Mix 5ltView product

Complementary vitality supportHB-101 - Organic Plant VitalizerView product

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?

Commonly grown Hoyas are generally listed as non-toxic, but equally detailed evidence is not available for every uncommon species or cultivar. Keep the plant from habitual chewing because a large amount of any plant material can still cause stomach upset.

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Hoya 'Flamingo Dream' 12cm

Hoya 'Flamingo Dream' 12cm

Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’

What makes it distinctive

Waxy evergreen foliage

Rounded umbels at maturity

Flexible direction

Where it looks its best

Plants that set it off

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Atmosphere

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

Bright filtered light

The watering cycle

Humidity with airflow

Temperature and stem direction

An epiphytic substrate

Nutrition and repotting

Accepted taxonomic identity

Native range and growth habit

The cultivated ‘Flamingo Dream’ selection

Epiphytic roots need oxygen

Corolla and corona are separate structures

Pollen travels in compact packets

An old peduncle is a reusable organ

Frequently asked questions

Hoya 'Flamingo Dream' 12cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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