Hoya linearis grows as an epiphyte (on trees) in the Himalayan region in Northern India and in the nearby vicinity. The leaves of the plant are skinny, soft, and slightly hairy. They give white, star-shaped flowers with a lemon scent to them.
Hoya linearis Care
Hoya linearis
What is the plant
Hoya linearis is a tender, pendent, epiphytic, succulent, evergreen perennial with slender, soft, green stems bearing linear, hairy, grooved leaves and lax clusters of fragrant, star-shaped, white flowers from late summer into autumn. Like all Hoya’s, Hoya linearis is ‘pet friendly’ which means it is non-toxic to animals (and humans) when ingested.
humidity
High
lighting
Full Sun
temperature
18°C - 18°C
hardiness zone
min 11a
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water your hoya linearis moderately during the growing season and mist the fuzzy stems using water at room-temperature. Reduce watering in winter.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer about every 4 weeks during the growing season.
Sunlight
Provide the plant with bright, indirect light.
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Soil
Choose a well draining potting mix.
Temperature
Hoyas can tolerate temperatures ranging between 15°C-29°C. Be careful of draughts and hanging near open windows and do not allow temperatures to drop below 10°C.
Container
This plant can be grown in a container. Choose a pot with enough drainage holes.
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