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Hoya callistophylla
Hoya
callistophylla
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Hoya callistophylla

Hoya callistophylla is a unique species that is grown for its large ornamental leaves. The leaves are stiff and lance-shaped with slightly undulated margins. They are lime green in color, laced with dark green venation that give it an almost prehistoric look

Also Known As

Stiff-leaved Hoya,Wax-plant Calistophylla, Hoya Calli

NAtive To / Origin

Borneo

Genus
Hoya
Family
Apocynaceae
Flowering
Yes
No
Pet Friendly
Yes
No
Clade

Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Eudicots, Asterids

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Hoya callistophylla

Use chunky soil mix and let the soil dry in between watering.

Soil

Use a chunky soil mix such as any orchid or epiphyte branded potting soil mix.

We use a combination of of Perlite, Vermiculite, Pine Bark, and Coconut Coir.

Watering

Hoyas are generally drought tolerant with the acceptation a few thin-leaved Hoyas.

Water thoroughly after soil completely drys out.

Humidity

Hoya's thrive in moderate humidity (around 50%), but can tolerate humidity as low as 30%.

Lighting

Thrives in Bright, Indirect Sunlight.

Can grow in low indoor lighting but will not flower.

Temperature

60-85°F

Flowering Your Hoya

Hoyas flower about twice a year.Hoyas grow "peduncle" (stalk supporting a flower) along the stem.

Handling Hoya

When cutting hoya, avoid getting its sap on your skin as it can be an irritant.

NOTE: Hoya flowers drip sap, not much, but be careful about what's placed under.
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