The Variegated Rope Plant is a slow-growing, semi-succulent trailing vine with uniquely spiraled or curled variegated leaves. This vining tropical produces amazingly sweet-scented flowers. Variegated Rope Plant is generally considered one of the easiest plants to grow for new houseplant gardeners.

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How to care for Variegated Hoya Compacta

Light. Give it bright light but not much direct sun, which can burn the leaves. Too little light is the main reason hoyas do not flower.

Water. From spring through fall, let the top third to half of the soil dry between waterings. Water very sparingly in winter.

Soil and feeding. Use a loose, fast-draining Potting Soil with good drainage. Repot only when needed; it does not mind being pot-bound.

Size. Trails 3 ft or more from a hanging basket. 'Compacta' grows much more slowly than regular wax plant.

Pruning. Never cut off the old flower spurs, since new flowers form on them.

Problems to watch. Mealybugs show up as cottony bits on stems and leaf undersides; treat with Insecticidal Soap. Soggy or bone-dry soil causes leaf drop.

Good to know. Keep it above 45°F. It is non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The milky sap can stain furniture.