Its delicately spotted leaves alone make this Hoya an attractive eye-catcher. However, it reveals its full beauty when it develops its delightful crimson flowers, which also exude a light honey scent. It is not particularly demanding in terms of care, which makes it particularly popular.
• Delivery: cuttings with 2-5 leaves
• Growth type: creeping, climbing
• Origin: Philippines
• Other names: Hoya gracilis, Waxflower, Waxplant, Waxflower, Porcelainflower
Ben's care tips:
• Location/light requirements: bright, indirect sunlight
• Substrate: Ben's Hoya Soil special soil
• Temperature: optimal at 21-24° C (day), 16-18° C (night)
• Watering: only water moderately, the substrate may dry out slightly, absolutely avoid waterlogging
• Humidity: needs higher humidity, place in the terrarium or spray regularly
• Nutrient addition: moderately every 2-4 weeks in spring/summer with diluted organ. Fertilize with liquid fertilizer
• Repot about every 2 years when the plant is properly rooted.
• A rather dry attitude towards the end of winter promotes flower production.
If you are still looking for the right substrate for your Hoya plants, we can recommend our own special soil mixture:
Ben's Hoya Soil Special Soil, €4.00 (bens-jungle.com)
