Hoya Coriacea Silver 10.5cm H15cm

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Pot Size 10.5cm H15cm

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Hoya coriacea ‘Silver’ is a beautiful, large-leaved Hoya with thick, glossy foliage flecked in silvery tones. It’s admired for its robust growth and clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers, thriving in bright light and warm, humid conditions.

Full Botanical Name: Hoya coriacea ‘Silver’
Common Names: Silver Hoya, Wax Plant
Country and/or Region of Origin: Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia)
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Tropical rainforests as an epiphyte, climbing or trailing along tree trunks in bright, filtered light and high humidity

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates mild morning sun but avoid hot midday rays

Ideal Room: Living room, kitchen, or bathroom with good humidity and airflow

Feeding: Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer

Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (60–80%)

Ideal Temperature: 18–28°C; avoid temperatures below 12°C

Watering: Allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry before watering; avoid soggy conditions

Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic (genus level) — Hoyas are considered safe for pets and humans; ingestion may cause mild digestive irritation if chewed

Soil Type: Airy orchid or epiphyte mix with bark, perlite, and coco coir

Propagation: Stem cuttings placed in water or moist sphagnum moss

Eventual Height and Spread: Trailing vines up to 1.5–2 m

Growth Rate: Moderate

Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs, aphids, or scale; remove with neem oil or isopropyl alcohol

Repotting: Every 2–3 years, preferably after flowering

Pruning: Trim after blooming to encourage branching; avoid cutting peduncles (flower spurs)

Air Purification: Excellent; Hoyas filter indoor air effectively

Folklore: Hoyas are believed to represent lasting love and friendship due to their enduring blooms and longevity

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