Hoya densifoliais alike toHoya cumingiana ; some origin even take thisspeciessynonymous with the latter . However , Hoya densifoliacan be distinguished by its larger and darker leaves with a more prominent midvein and a more pointed tip .
Hoya densifoliaTurcz .
Hoya densifoliasubsp.densifolia
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Family : ApocynaceaeSubfamily : AsclepiadoideaeTribe : MarsdenieaeGenus : Hoya
The specific epithet " densifolia " ( say den - see - FOH - lee - a ) " intend " densely - leaved , densely covered with leaves " and refers to the densefoliageof this specie .
Hoya incrassatais native toIndonesia(Java ) and thePhilippines .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Hoya densifoliais ashrubbyplant with stiff , upright stems that bear spark to mid - green leaves . The stem can make a height of 3.3 feet ( 1 m ) and require some support as they grow . The leafage areovate , rounded at the base , and pointed at theapex , measuring up to 2.4 inches ( 6 centimetre ) long and 1.6 inches ( 4 cm ) widely . They rick darker as they mature .
From spring to fall , Hoya densifoliaproducesumbelsof 10 to 20 flowers with a delicious sweetness reminiscent ofGardenia . The prime can reach a diam of 0.6 inch ( 1.5 cm ) and have a chickenhearted to yellowed - leafy vegetable , reflexedcorollaand a red - violetcorona . They last for about a calendar week .
Light : Even if this flora can tolerate lower light-headed levels , it may become weak and leggy if the light is too low , producing few leaf and flowers . Therefore , prevent it indoors in bright , indirect sunlight is best .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
grease : Well - draining soil that provides first-class aeration and does not hold too much water is most important for growing a good for you industrial plant .
Temperature : Hoya densifoliathrives in hot and humid climates , so keep it aside from drafty window and doorways during the colder calendar month . It develop best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones11a to 11b , with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 40 to 50 ° F ( 4.4 to 10 ° ascorbic acid ) .
Watering : This plant is sensitive to overwatering . drench the soil thoroughly during the give and summertime , but reserve it to dry out before watering again . Otherwise , you will increase the peril of root rot , and your plant will not be happy . It is relatively dormant during the fall and wintertime and needs only moderate lacrimation .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Fertilizing : WhileHoya densifoliais not a especially heavy feeder , it can do good from half - strength gamey - potassium fertilizer every two week during the growing time of year .
repot : As an air plant , this works has shallow root organization and does need a deep container . It also does not require frequent repotting . It really prefers to be more or less rootbound , so repot it in give only if it outgrows its container .
Propagation : Although layering is the easy , using stem cuttings is the most pop method acting of propagatingHoya densifolia . Using leaf cuttings can be more challenging , while startle it from come is the childlike but the most time - waste method . For good results , take cuttings only when the plant life is actively growing and seed the seeds in spring and summer .
read more atHow to Grow and Care for Hoya .
Hoya densifoliais believe non - toxic , so have it around child and favorite is safe .
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