Hoya obscura

Hoya obscura is a tropical evergreen with lush, glossy leaves that often exhibit a reddish tint when exposed to ample sunlight. Its alluring, star-shaped flowers emit a sweet fragrance, drawing pollinators and enthusiasts alike. Thriving in humid environments, hoya obscura clings and climbs, indicating its epiphytic nature in its native jungles. The leaves' reflective sheen offers a captivating visual, especially in dappled light where it flourishes.

Scientific classification

Species

Hoya obscura (Hoya obscura)

Gentians, dogbanes, madders, and allies

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3.5 m

Plant Height

50 cm

Spread

Evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Hoya obscura

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

15 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Hoya obscura thrives in humid tropical environments, efficiently absorbing moisture without waterlogging. It prefers weekly watering and stable humidity levels for optimal growth. Typically grown indoors, increased humidity during the active season ensures robust growth and may enhance flowering.

Fertilize: Hoya obscura benefits from a high nitrogen fertilizer for lush foliage. Two months before blooming, transition to a phosphorus-rich fertilizer to promote flowers. Resume high-nitrogen fertilizing once blooming starts. Apply fertilizer monthly, beginning in spring and ceasing in winter.

Pruning: Pruning of hoya obscura is unnecessary; new growth occurs at the ends of tendrils. Light trimming can be done in early spring to control size or remove dead parts, but severe pruning is not recommended. Avoid pruning outside early spring for optimal health.

Propagation: Propagate hoya obscura by taking cuttings in spring or summer. Use rooting hormone and a well-drained potting mix, keeping it moist. It takes approximately two years for the cutting to mature and possibly start blooming.

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