Hoya Rope Plant

Hoya Rope Plant

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Hoya Rope Plant

Botanical Name: Hoya sp. hoya compacta

Common Name(s): Hoya Rope Plant, Hindu Rope Plant, Curly Leaf Hoya

The Hoya Rope Plant is a unique and visually striking variety known for its distinct, curled or twisted leaves and its fragrant, star-shaped flowers. Often referred to as the "Hindu Rope" plant due to the rope-like appearance of its intertwined, waxy leaves, this plant adds a fascinating texture and tropical vibe to any indoor space. It’s an easy-care, slow-growing vine that is ideal for hanging baskets, trellises, or as a trailing accent on shelves or window sills.

Native to Southeast Asia and parts of India, the Hoya Rope Plant thrives in warm, humid environments and is well-suited to indoor cultivation. Its fleshy, thick leaves are a standout feature, often appearing in a tight spiral or “rope” formation, creating a beautiful, cascading effect as the plant grows. In addition to its unique foliage, the Hoya produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers that can range in color from white to pink, depending on the variety. These flowers have a waxy, star-like appearance, giving the plant its common name, “Wax Plant.”

This plant thrives in bright, indirect light. While it can tolerate lower light levels, the plant will grow more slowly and may not produce as many flowers.  If the plant doesn’t receive enough light, its growth may become leggy, and the leaves may not develop their characteristic curl. The ideal temperature range for Hoya is between 65-85°F (18-29°C). 

This plant’s waxy leaves are naturally resistant to moisture loss, but it will still appreciate the added humidity, especially during the winter months when indoor air tends to be drier. Hoya plants, including the Rope Plant, are relatively low-maintenance and don’t require frequent pruning. 

Note: The Hoya Rope Plant is non-toxic to pets, making it a safe choice at homes with cats and dogs. 

Care Insights & Expert Tips

  1. Avoid Disturbing the Roots: Hoya plants don't like their roots to be disturbed, so repot them only when necessary.
  2. Provide Support for growth: Provide a trellis or moss pole for your Hoya Rope Plant to climb on as it grows.
  3. Fertilize once a month: Feed this Hoya with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the growing season.
  4. Enjoy the Flowers: The fragrant flowers of this Hoya Rope Plant plants are a beautiful sight and smell for any space.
  5. Avoid drafts: Avoid placing this plant near cold drafts or air conditioning vents.

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FAQs

Do you have a return or replacement policy for plants?

Due to the perishable nature of plants, we do not accept returns based on personal preference. Shipping live plants back and forth can cause unnecessary stress and jeopardize the health of the plant. We encourage customers to choose carefully before placing an order. Our risk-free, 30-day customer guarantee covers cases where plants arrive damaged, dead, sick, or incorrect items were sent. We will send you a replacement plant or provide a refund.

If there’s an issue with your order, please notify us within 30 days so we can address the issue as quickly as possible. To learn more, visit 30-Day Customer Guarantee. Refunds will be processed to the card or account used for your purchase and will typically be available in your bank in 3-5 business days from the date it was issued.

Can I order and receive plants during the winter?

Yes, we ship plants year-round! Our shipments are carefully packaged to ensure we deliver healthy plants to your door every day of the year. We monitor the weather across the country and will include heat packs at no extra charge to keep your plants warm during shipping. If weather conditions are extreme (e.g., storm or severe winter), we will inform you of an updated delivery date that we believe is more appropriate.

How can I change my order details?

To update your order details, please contact us within 24 hours of placing your order. We care about all our customers and will like to ship the correct item to the right location. We are not held responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses. In addition, we cannot cancel orders that has already been shipped.

If I order more than one plant, will they ship separately?

Items apart of the same order typically ship together. In rare circumstances, the items may ship from both our Southern California and Florida greenhouses and could arrive in separate packages at different times. For these instances, once each item is shipped, you'll receive individual tracking information for each package, so you can easily track their progress.

Where do you ship?

We currently ship to the contiguous United States which consists of the 48 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

Do you offer same-day or next-day delivery?

Unfortunately, we do not offer same-day or next-day delivery. Plants require careful preparation and packaging to ensure they arrive healthy and in optimal condition, we take the necessary time to pack them properly. This ensures that your plants are shipped safely and arrive ready to thrive.