Identification: Can you identify this flower?

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  1. rodobaker

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    The flower pictured has us stumped. Can you give us any tips on how to care for this plant?
     

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  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    A milkweed (Asclepias) of some sort, or a close relative
     
  3. pierrot

    pierrot Active Member 10 Years

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    is it indoors? if so could it not be a hoya?

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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Hoya bella
     
  5. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Aren't the leaves too slender for Hoya bella?

    I'd agree that a Hoya species is likely, though.
     
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    Further searches through "Google" have confirmed that this is a Hoya Bella. At present, it is a potted plant and seems to enjoy an East window. We are going to attempt to grow cuttings from this plant and see if they can develop into a 'summer' outdoor plant here in Northern Ontario. Many thanks to all who replied and solved our mystery.
    Rod Baker, Sudbury
     
  7. It is a Hoya camosa - Wax plant. Full sun, high humidity. Water daily during active growing period; less frequently during the winter. Provide support for growing.
     
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    It is not carnosa, but bella. Carnosa has thicker, wider leaves, and is more likely to have white edging on the leaves.
     

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