- Low Maintenance, Pet Safe, Fast Growing, Air Purifier
- Bright Indirect Light
- Mature Height 2 - 3 Feet
- Water Needs - Dry Out Between Waterings
Hoya bilobata is one of the smallest Hoya houseplants. Its small, succulent leaves emerge with a blush of reddish-pink and mature into a deep green. The plant produces flower heads on long stems, each bearing up to 20 individual flowers with red centers and pink edges, no larger than 1/10 inch (3 mm). The scent is mild and sweet, similar to other varieties in the genus. Bilobata makes a great companion to larger Hoya varieties in your collection.
Best Locations for Growing Bilobata Hoya
All Hoya plants thrive in medium to high humidity, making them well-suited for kitchens and bathrooms. The naturally trailing growth habit of Bilobata Hoya makes it an excellent choice for either growing in a small hanging basket or adding to a larger arrangement of succulents or tropical plants for display on a table or low shelf.
Bilobata Hoya Sunlight Requirements
Bright, indirect light is ideal for the healthiest growth of Hoya plants. They can tolerate filtered or medium light, such as from a bright north-facing window or across the room from a south-facing window. However, intense bright light, like that from a south-facing window or an uncovered deck or patio, can bleach the leaves and potentially scorch them.
Bilobata Hoya Care
Grow Bilobata Hoya in a potting mix that is rich and well-draining. Incorporating orchid bark or vermiculite into the mix will help retain moisture between waterings. While this slow-growing plant doesn’t require frequent repotting, if you do need to repot, increase the container size by only one or two increments. Regularly remove dead leaves and spent flower heads to keep the plant tidy and free of disease or pests.
Watering Bilobata Hoya
Water your Bilobata Hoya weekly during the spring and summer. Allow the top 1/2 inch of soil to dry out between waterings, and be sure to discard any excess water in the saucer or cache pot. In winter, when the plant’s growth slows, you can reduce watering to once every 2-3 weeks.
Feeding Bilobata Hoya
Feed your Hoya with a diluted liquid fertilizer formulated for flowering houseplants or orchids. The middle number of the NPK ratio (phosphorus) should be slightly higher to support flower development. Apply the fertilizer once a month during the spring and summer, and stop feeding during the winter months.
Bilobata Hoya Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 12 - 18 Inches |
| Habit: Climbing |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, Red |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Watering: Dry Out Between Waterings |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Pet Safe, Fast Growing, Air Purifier |
| Common Name: Bilobata Hoya |
| Other Name(s): Wax plant or porcelain flower |
| Scientific Name: Hoya bilobata Schltr. |
- SKU:
- HOYA_BILOBATA
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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