Hoya Carnosa 'Krimson Princess'

Hoya carnosa has been a windowsill fixture for generations, but Krimson Princess adds a twist the species type never had: leaves edged in cream and blushed with pink, especially where the light hits brightest. It's the same waxy, trailing foliage people have loved for decades, just dressed up.

Like all hoyas, Krimson Princess stores water in its thick leaves and can coast through a missed watering without complaint. Given enough bright indirect light, the vines can stretch several feet and eventually produce clusters of star-shaped, intensely fragrant flowers — though flowering usually takes a mature, well-established plant.

This is a plant for someone who wants the classic hoya experience with a little more color in the mix.

Why You'll Love It

Krimson Princess rewards patience with a slow, steady transformation — new leaves emerge pale and pink before deepening, giving the whole vine a gradient of color as it grows. It's a plant that keeps giving you something new to notice.

Care at a Glance

• Light: Bright indirect light. More light means more pink in the variegation
• Water: Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Hoyas dislike soggy roots
• Humidity: Average humidity is fine, though it appreciates a boost
• Temperature: Prefers 65 to 80 degrees F. Avoid cold drafts
• Growth: Slow to moderate. Trailing vines lengthen over time
• Skill level: Intermediate. Rewards attention to light and watering consistency
• Pet safety: Generally considered non-toxic, but best kept out of reach as a precaution

Good to Know

Losing pink variegation usually means the plant needs more light, not less. Move it closer to a bright window and new growth should come back with more color. Avoid pruning off the thin brown tendrils that appear — they're where flower clusters form.

For more care tips, visit our Plant Care Library.