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Hoya sp Timor 10.5cm H15cm

Hoya sp Timor 10.5cm H15cm

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Meet the Hoya sp. Timor—the "Wax Plant" with a touch of island mystery. With her thick, succulent leaves and those iconic, star-shaped porcelain flowers, she’s a total tropical treasure. She’s a carefree climber that turns any shelf into a fragrant, flowering escape!

  • The Formal Name: Hoya sp. (Timor Island)
  • The Nickname: Wax Plant / Honey Plant
  • Roots: An exotic beauty hailing from the tropical forests of Timor Island.
  • Natural Vibe: An epiphyte at heart, scrambling over tropical trees in the warm sun.

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Loves bright, indirect light. A little morning sun will encourage her to bloom!
  • Best Room: A bright kitchen or bedroom where you can enjoy her sweet fragrance.
  • Snacks: A balanced liquid feed every 4–6 weeks during active growth.
  • Tropical Feels: Appreciates medium humidity (50–60%) but is quite adaptable.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep her warm (18–27°C). She hates cold toes!
  • Thirst: Let the soil dry out significantly between waterings—she stores water in her leaves.
  • Safety First: Non-toxic – safe for your furry friends and little ones.
  • The Bedding: A very chunky, airy mix like orchid bark, perlite, and soil.
  • Family Tree: Easy to propagate from stem cuttings with a node.
  • Space Needs: Her vines can trail or climb for 1–2 metres.
  • Speed: A steady grower that rewards patience with stunning blooms.
  • Uninvited Guests: Keep an eye out for mealybugs, especially on new growth.
  • Moving Day: She loves being root-bound! Only repot every 3–4 years.
  • Haircut: Never cut off the flower spurs (peduncles)—she’ll bloom from them again!
  • Fresh Air: A fragrant and effective natural air filter.
  • Plant Lore: Wax plants represent everlasting love due to their long-lasting, star-shaped flowers.
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