Obovata Hoya

Light Needs

Bright Indirect Light

Mature Height

12 - 20 Feet

Mature Spread

1 Foot

Feature

Pet Safe

The Hoya Obovata is an extremely popular houseplant for many reasons. They require little ongoing maintenance and can grow quickly. The Hoya Obovata has a unique appearance with its semi-succulent, waxy leaves. The deep-green, oval leaves are splashed with silver flecking and stand out among the typical houseplants. You can train this Indonesian native to climb a trellis, or it makes a fantastic hanging basket plant. After about 2 years of healthy growth, this plant is able to produce dazzling, fragrant blooms.     

Best Locations For Growing Hoya Obovata 

Grow this plant in a sunny, south-facing window. The Hoya Obovata requires full sun, so look for the brightest location in your home. Something to note is that the leaves of this plant will burn if left in direct sunlight outdoors for too long, so make sure they have indirect light if placed outside. The Hoya Obovata is a great choice for any bright room in your home since it’s so easy to care for.

Hoya Obovata Sunlight Requirements

The Hoya Obovata requires bright light to thrive. This plant grows on trees in nature where it receives bright, dappled sunlight. Indoors, find the brightest spot in your home and that’s where this plant will be happiest. 

Hoya Obovata Care

This easy-care plant requires little maintenance because it is drought tolerant. The important thing to remember is that hoya needs bright light and fertilizer monthly throughout spring and summer. The perfect soil for growing the Hoya Obovata would be a 50/50 blend of a high-quality succulent soil and orchid soil. Airy, well-draining mixes are best for hoya plants. If you are lucky enough to get your hoya to bloom, do not remove the flower stalk after the bloom expires. New blooms will appear in the same location the following year. 

Watering Hoya Obovata 

These plants are sensitive to overwatering. Make sure the soil completely dries out between thorough waterings. 

Feeding Hoya Obovata 

Hoyas need to be fertilized regularly throughout their growing season, about twice per month, spring through summer. Nitrogen-rich fertilizers encourage foliage growth, whereas phosphorus-rich fertilizers are best when you see flower buds emerge.

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