Sweetheart hoya (Hoya obovata)

Sweetheart hoya

Sweetheart hoya is a very popular houseplant that is highly coveted by plant collectors and casual plant keepers alike due to its unique appearance. What makes this plant stand out are its deep green oval leaves, which are accentuated with a silver splash pattern. They are often used as hanging plants, or on trellises.

Scientific classification

Species

Sweetheart hoya (Hoya obovata)

Gentians, dogbanes, madders, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Vine

Plant Type

Evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Sweetheart hoya

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

15 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Sweetheart hoya prefers humid environments and consistent moisture, exhibiting moderate drought tolerance. Water once every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to partially dry. Typically grown indoors, sweetheart hoya thrives with high humidity, especially during the growing season for optimal foliage and growth.

Fertilize: For optimal growth, use a high-nitrogen fertilizer for the foliage of sweetheart hoya. Two months before blooming, switch to a high-phosphorus fertilizer, then return to high-nitrogen during bloom. Fertilize monthly starting in spring and halt in winter for best results.

Pruning: Pruning sweetheart hoya is unnecessary; new growth forms at the ends of tendrils, promoting flowering under ideal conditions. Light trimming to manage size or remove dead growth can be done in early spring. Avoid pruning outside this timeframe, as severe cuts can harm the plant.

Propagation: The best propagation method for sweetheart hoya involves taking cuttings in spring or summer. Use rooting hormone and a well-drained potting mix, keeping it moist. Maturity and blooming potential may take approximately two years.

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