Hoya Publicalyx

Hoya Publicalyx Care

Hoya Publicalyx

Other names: Hairy Calyx Wax Flower

What is the plant

Hoya pubicalyx is a vigorous vining plant with deep green lanceolate leaves, eager to climb up a trellis or cascade gracefully over the sides of its pot. Its leaves are often mottled with flecks of silvery variegation, and depending on how much light it receives, the stems can take on shades of purple. Native to the Philippines, we get many different cultivars of Hoya pubicalyx, such as 'Pink Silver,' and choose from the very best available. Eventually, clusters of fragrant star-shaped flowers appear on the vine which, depending on the cultivar, vary from white to pink, red and purple.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

min 10°C

Hardiness zone

10 - 12

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Let your Hoya indoor plants dry out between waterings. Soak the soil thoroughly until the water drains out of the drainage holes. You’ll need to water more when they’re receiving more light, so adjust accordingly. Avoid over-watering. When the colder months arrive, cut back on watering; in wintertime, only water when their soil is completely dry.
Pruning
The ideal time to prune the Pubicalyx plant is in the summer or spring season.
Fertilizer
For Hoyas, a higher nitrogen fertilizer encourages foliar growth. When they’re about to bloom, switch to a higher phosphorus content. Fertilize with a complete liquid fertilizer or fish emulsion twice a month during the summer. You can also apply a top dressing of worm castings or compost in the spring as this acts like a slow-release fertilizer. Only fertilize during the growing season (spring through summer).

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Sunlight
These houseplants like lots of bright, indirect sun. These Hoyas are able to tolerate medium light, but they’ll become weaker, leggy, and produce fewer leaves in lower light.
Soil
Use a light, airy, and well-drained soil mixture for the Hoya Pubicalyx plant. Use rich soil with high organic content and nutrients for a better root system.Plant the Hoya Pubicalyx in loamy, fast-draining soil or potting mixture.The ideal soil pH for Pubicalyx is from 6.5 to 7.5, i.e., slightly acidic to neutral.
Temperature
Most Hoyas love warm environments - 65-85℉ - and should be kept away from drafty windows and doorways during the colder months.