Hoya heuschkeliana

Hoya Heuschkeliana, Popcorn Hoya

Moderate careEpiphyteNon-toxic30–180 cm

A compact, trailing epiphyte from the Philippines, with small glossy ovate leaves and urn-shaped flowers that appear in clusters and are said to smell like buttered popcorn. It does best in warm, humid conditions with bright indirect light. Works well in terrariums and hanging displays.

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Care

Light

Bright indirect(preferred)Indirect light

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)Medium (40–60%)

Temperature

10°C25°C40°C
15°C – 27°C

Soil

Orchid mix(preferred)Well draining

Moisture

Moist(preferred)Dry

Appearance

Growth habit

TrailingClimbing

Leaf shape

Oval

Leaf texture

GlossyWaxy

Distribution

Propagation

Take a 10–12 cm stem cutting with 2–3 leaves and at least 1–2 nodes. Root in water or moist sphagnum moss. Rooting hormone is optional but can help.