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Callistophylla wax plant (Hoya callistophylla)
Callistophylla wax plant Hoya callistophyllaPhoto: Motohiro Sunouchi · CC BY 4.0

Mainstream · trailing

Callistophylla wax plant

Hoya callistophylla

Also found as Hoya callistophylla T.Green

Hoya Callistophylla (Hoya callistophylla) is a trailing companion plant. Its care profile below covers light, water, temperature, humidity, substrate, feeding, seasonal care, propagation, and household placement.

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Typical placement
A epiphytic vine display with the stated light, temperature, water, and drainage conditions
Care
Moderate · Epiphytic vine
Everyday size
A compact root ball with stems that can trail well beyond the container.
Collector class
Mainstream
Seller listings
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Botanical identity

One canonical record.

Names, aliases, lineage, and care information are organized here under one companion plant record.

Genus
Hoya
Family
Apocynaceae
Genetic status
Species
Propagation forms
Cutting · Rooted cutting · Tissue culture
Plant form
Representative photograph
Information checked
2026-07-31

Household safety

Conservative household placement

No exact ASPCA cat-and-dog listing is used for this record, so the plant is not presented as pet-safe. Prevent chewing and ingestion.

This ornamental plant is not food. Keep it out of reach and teach children not to taste leaves, flowers, seeds, sap, or potting media.

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Practical care guide

How to care for Callistophylla wax plant

Epiphytic vine guidance translated into an everyday growing plan.

Moderate
Light
Bright filtered light with gentle early sun
Water
Water thoroughly after the airy mix has partly dried
Temperature
Warm and frost-free (15–30°C)
Humidity
Moderate humidity with airflow (40–75%)
Potting medium
Chunky orchid-style mix with bark, coir, and mineral aeration
Drainage
Very free draining; never bury or suffocate epiphytic roots
Feeding
Weak balanced feed monthly during active growth
Pruning and grooming
Train onto a secure support or allow to trail; prune after flowering
Seasonal rhythm
Reduce watering when growth slows, without prolonged shriveling
Propagation
Root stem cuttings with at least one healthy node
Travel planning
Established plants usually tolerate seven to twelve days after watering
Common watch-outs
Spider mites · Mealybugs · Scale insects · Fungus gnats when the root zone stays too wet · Root rot from poor drainage · Leaf spotting where foliage remains wet without airflow
Care sourcesRoyal Horticultural Society — Houseplants

Safety and placement

A clear household plan

Conservative precaution based on the ASPCA database's stated limitation that its list is not all-inclusive. Absence from the list is not treated as proof of safety.

Pets
No exact ASPCA cat-and-dog listing is used for this record, so the plant is not presented as pet-safe. Prevent chewing and ingestion.
Children
This ornamental plant is not food. Keep it out of reach and teach children not to taste leaves, flowers, seeds, sap, or potting media.
Handling
Use normal gardening hygiene and wash hands after pruning or repotting.
Placement
Choose a stable location beyond the reach of children and animals; collect fallen material promptly.
If exposure happens
If a person chews the plant, contact Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. For animal exposure, call a veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 1-888-426-4435; urgent breathing, collapse, seizure, or severe swelling requires emergency care.
Safety sourcesASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants databasePoison Control plant safety guide

Plant visual

The companion plant, clearly credited.

Callistophylla wax plant (Hoya callistophylla)
Callistophylla wax plant Hoya callistophyllaPhoto: Motohiro Sunouchi · CC BY 4.0

Primary identification photograph

The source photograph is retained with its original credit and license.

Scenes

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Callistophylla wax plant

Executive office shelf · Living room hanging planter · Glass conservatory display

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