Description: Hoya 'Mathilde Splash' is a stunning trailing plant with small, round leaves covered in silvery splashes. This unique Hoya adds a touch of elegance to any indoor collection, making it perfect for hanging baskets or climbing displays.
Full Botanical Name: Hoya Mathilde 'Splash'
Common Names: Mathilde Hoya, Splash Hoya
Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid cultivar; species within the Hoya genus are native to Southeast Asia and Australia.
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Typically found in tropical rainforests, growing as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches.
Care Guide
Care Information:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate low light but grows slower and blooms less frequently.
Ideal Room: Ideal for hanging baskets in kitchens or living rooms with filtered light.
Feeding: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally or place on a humidity tray.
Ideal Temperature: 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C).
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Pet/Child Safe: Generally non-toxic to pets and children.
Soil Type: Well-draining, airy potting mix or orchid bark mix.
Propagation: Easily propagated by stem cuttings placed in water or soil.
Eventual Height and Spread: Can grow up to 2-3 feet long as a trailing or climbing vine.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Pests and Treatment: Susceptible to mealybugs and aphids; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Repotting: Every 2-3 years or when root bound.
Pruning: Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged growth.
Folk Law: Often considered a symbol of love and friendship, as Hoyas are sometimes given as gifts.
Air Purification: Known to contribute to better indoor air quality by removing pollutants.
