Botanical Name: Hoya carnosa 'Chelsea'
Common Name(s): Chelsea Wax Plant, Hoya Chelsea

The Hoya Carnosa 'Chelsea' is a beautiful and easy-care variety of Hoya that is known for its attractive, waxy foliage and fragrant, star-shaped flowers. As a cultivar of the popular Hoya carnosa, it shares many of the same characteristics but has its own unique charm with its compact, trailing growth and distinctive variegated leaves. This cultivar features thick, dark green leaves that are often edged with creamy white or light yellow margins, adding a lovely contrast to the plant's overall appearance.

Over time, as the plant matures, its foliage becomes even more striking, with the leaves taking on a more pronounced waxy sheen, typical of the Hoya family.

The Hoya Carnosa 'Chelsea' is a slow-growing, vining plant that thrives in bright, indirect light. It’s an ideal plant for hanging baskets, trellises, or as a trailing accent in pots on shelves or window sills. In addition to its attractive foliage, this Hoya is prized for its clusters of fragrant flowers that bloom in tight, waxy umbels. The flowers are typically white or pale pink with a star-like shape and a strong, sweet fragrance, making it a fantastic addition to indoor spaces that could benefit from both visual and olfactory appeal.

Native to Southeast Asia, this plant is well-suited to the warm, humid conditions found in many indoor environments. The plant prefers moderate to bright indirect light and can tolerate lower light levels, though it may not bloom as frequently in such conditions.

In terms of temperature, this Hoya thrives in environments between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It prefers stable, warm temperatures and should be kept away from drafts, sudden temperature fluctuations, or cold windowsills during the winter months. Pruning is generally not required unless you wish to control the plant's size or shape. 

Note: The Hoya Carnosa 'Chelsea' is non-toxic to pets, making it a safe choice for pets such as cats and dogs.