Hoya Carnosa 'Tricolor' Color-Changing Wax Plant | Easy-Care Indoor Trailing Vine

The Houseplant That Blushes Pink When You Care for It Right

The Hoya Carnosa 'Tricolor' — also known as the Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, or Honey Plant — is one of the most rewarding and visually dynamic trailing vines you can grow indoors. Its glossy, waxy leaves display a stunning tricolor variegation of green, cream, and pink, and here’s the magic: the more bright indirect light it receives, the more vivid the pink variegation becomes. It’s essentially a living mood ring for your plant care skills.

A slow-growing, low-maintenance vine that thrives on a little neglect, the Hoya Tricolor is perfect for shelves, hanging baskets, or trailing from a pot. Available in 3", 4", and 6" pot sizes, with free shipping included.

• Color-Changing Variegation — Leaves turn more pink with brighter indirect light
• Trailing Vine Habit — Beautiful cascading growth for shelves and hanging baskets
• Waxy, Glossy Leaves — Tricolor pattern of green, cream, and pink
• Low-Maintenance — Drought-tolerant and forgiving; thrives with minimal care
• Fragrant Blooms — Produces clusters of star-shaped porcelain flowers when mature
• 3 Sizes Available — 3", 4", and 6" nursery pots; free shipping included

Product Specifications

• Botanical Name: Hoya carnosa ‘Tricolor’
• Common Names: Tricolor, Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, Honey Plant
• Leaf Type: Waxy, glossy; tricolor variegation — green, cream, and pink
• Growth Habit: Trailing / climbing vine
• Available Pot Sizes: 3", 4", 6"
• Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and pets
• Ships: Potted and ready to grow; free shipping included

Care Instructions

• Place in bright indirect light for maximum pink variegation — avoid direct sun
• Water every 2–3 weeks; allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
• Ideal temperature: 60–80°F (15–27°C); keep away from cold drafts
• Prefers moderate humidity; tolerates average household conditions
• Fertilize monthly in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer
• Do not repot too frequently — Hoyas prefer to be slightly root-bound to encourage blooming
• Wipe leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to keep them glossy and dust-free