Also known as Wax Plant · 1 saves
Hoya
Hoya, the genus most gardeners know as wax plant. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Hoya varieties
Species of Hoya
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Hoya in Sow
Save the Hoya you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Hoya questions
How many types of Hoya are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Hoya varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Hoya grow in?
Across its varieties, Hoya covers USDA Zones 10–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Hoya bloom?
Most Hoya varieties bloom in mid-summer, summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Hoya should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.