Emm's Plant House
Hoya Sigitalis
Hoya Sigitalis
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Description: Hoya sigitalis is a beautiful trailing plant with elongated, lance-shaped green leaves that grow on slender, vining stems. This rare Hoya variety is perfect for adding a unique and exotic touch to any indoor space.
Full Botanical Name: Hoya sigillatis
Common Names: Flecked Hoya
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Borneo and surrounding Southeast Asian regions.
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Typically grows as an epiphyte in tropical rainforests, clinging to trees and receiving filtered sunlight.
Care Guide
Care Guide
Care Information:
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf damage.
• Ideal Room: Suitable for bright, indirectly lit spaces like kitchens or living rooms.
• Feeding: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
• Humidity: Requires moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally to maintain.
• Ideal Temperature: 65°F to 85°F (18°C to 29°C).
• Watering: Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil dry out.
• Pet/Child Safe: Generally non-toxic to pets and children.
• Soil Type: Well-draining, loose potting mix with perlite or orchid bark.
• Propagation: Easily propagated from stem cuttings in water or soil.
• Eventual Height and Spread: Can reach up to 2-4 feet in length.
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.
• Pests and Treatment: Prone to aphids, spider mites, and mealybugs; treat with insecticidal soap.
• Repotting: Every 2-3 years or when root bound.
• Pruning: Prune to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
• Folk Law: Hoyas are believed to bring positivity and growth to a space.
• Air Purification: Contributes to indoor air quality improvement by filtering pollutants.
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