Hoya Pubicalyx Care and Growing Guide
31.07.2023 - 10:15
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One of the reasons why the Hoya pubicalyx is so popular among plant enthusiasts is its ease of upkeep. It is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate a wide range of growing requirements. Keep on reading to know all the details!
Hoya pubicalyx is a native of the Philippines. It is a fast-growing, robust vine with glossy, oval to lanceolate leaves that grow along long, flexible stems. The leaves can vary in color, ranging from deep green to silver or even reddish, depending on light exposure and the specific variety.
The plant is a popular indoor ornamental plant due to its highly attractive foliage and beautiful, fragrant flowers. The flowers are typically star-shaped and come in clusters. They can range in color from white to pink to dark red, depending on the variety. The flowers often produce a sweet scent, particularly in the evening, and some varieties can produce a nectar drip.
Some of the best ways to propagate the plants are using Stem Cuttings, Leaf Cuttings, Air Layering and Seed Propagation. Hoya pubicalyx grows best using stem cuttings. Here’s how:
Hoya pubicalyx thrives in bright, indirect sunlight for 5-6 hours every day. It can also tolerate low light conditions, but this may affect its growth and flowering.
Direct sunlight can cause its leaves to scorch and turn yellow. Therefore, it is best to place the plant near a window that receives filtered sunlight.
Hoya pubicalyx, like most Hoya species, prefers well-draining soil. They’re epiphytic plants in their natural habitats, meaning they grow on trees or other plants and get their nutrients from the air, rain, and debris around them.
To create a homemade growing mix for your Hoya pubicalyx, you can use a combination of several different materials. Here’s a