Family | Apocynaceae |
Botanical Name | Hoya Macrophylla |
Plant Common Name | Hoya Macrophylla White Margins, Hoya Clandestina, and Hoya Browniana |
Light Requirements | Give it a lot of bright, indirect light during its growing phase. |
Water Requirements | This plant grows naturally in arid and hot environments with infrequent rains. It does best when it can dry out completely before watering. |
Soil Requirements | Hoya Macrophylla likes a well-draining soil mix. Plus soil with an alkaline pH level is perfect for it. |
Fertilizer Requirements | Once or twice a month, a moderate amount of balanced houseplant fertilizer is recommended during its growing season. |
Temperature Requirements | The ideal temperature range is between 30 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. |
Humidity Requirements | It needs a humidity level of 50% to 70%. |
Size | Its leaves can grow four to six inches. |
Foliage Color | Often include stripes of pink, yellow, or white coloring amidst its deep green shade. |
Propagation | Through stem cuttings in soil and water. |
Toxicity | It shows the typical Hoya toxicity so better to keep it out of kids and pets reach. |
Pot Requirements | Pick a small to a medium-sized container with drainage holes. |
Pruning Requirements | Getting rid of the damaged leaves always helps your plant look healthy and fresh. |
Growth Zone | It’s hardy to USDA zones 10 and 11. |
Common Problems | Misshapen leaves, dropping new leaves, wrinkling or thin leaves, vines dying back. |
Pests | Aphids, Mold and Fungus, and Mealybugs. |
Where to Buy | You can buy Hoya Macrophylla in your local nurseries or online stores like Amazon. |