Hoya obovata has large, deep green oval leaves, often with a silver splash pattern.
Hoya obovata is a faster-growing variety whose unique appearance makes it sought after by collectors and beginners alike.
Hoyas are extremely popular houseplantsand for good reason.
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These attractive trailing plants are characterized by thick, waxy leaves and long tendrils.
They make fantastic hanging plants, but can also easily climb trellises and moss poles.
It makes them drought-tolerant, and, overall, relatively easy to care for.
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Hoya Obovata Care
This houseplant requires very little ongoing care and maintenance.
In their natural habitat, the plants grow up among trees and receive filtered dappled light.
Outdoors, keep the plant away from harsh, direct sun to prevent sunburn.
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Alternatively, use a mix of potting soil, pumice, compost, and orchid bark.
Wait until the soil has dried out and then water thoroughly.
In the fall and winter months, reduce the amount of water while the plant is in dormancy.
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These epiphytic plants appreciate humidity and/or regular misting.
However, this is not a requirement and hoyas can typically thrive in regular household temperatures and humidity levels.
To encourage foliage growth, use afertilizerthat is high in nitrogen.
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If the plant forms flower buds, switch to afertilizer that is higher in phosphorusto encourage vigorous blooming.
Do not fertilize it during the winter dormancy period.
Pruning
Cut the plant back when it starts to look overgrown, or the vines become leggy.
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Propagating Hoya Obovata
Hoyas are easy to propagate from stem cuttings in soil or water.
Potting and Repotting Hoya Obovata
Hoya obovata does not require regular frequent repotting.
Slightly rootbound hoya plants are more likely to bloom.
How Long Do Hoya Obovata Plants Bloom?
The bloom lasts for about a week.
What Do Hoya Obovata Flowers Look and Smell Like?
The flowers grow in a ball-shaped cluster or umbel, with the tiny, porcelain-like flowers packed tightly together.
The white flowers have a red center and a strong, sweet scent.
Once you detect flower buds, feed it with a high-phosphorus fertilizer.
you’re able to grow it either way.
If you provide support, the vines will climb.
Otherwise, it will trail out of the pot or hanging basket.
Amoss pole is idealbecause it lets the plant latch onto it with its aerial roots.
No, it is not toxic and considered a pet-friendly plant.
