Hoya polyneura, commonly referred to as the Fishtail Hoya, is an epiphytic plant celebrated for its distinctive foliage. The leaves are lanceolate to rhomboid in shape, exhibiting prominent veining that resembles a fish's tail, hence its common name. In indoor settings, it typically grows as a trailing plant, making it well-suited for hanging baskets or trained along supports. When mature, it produces star-shaped, creamy reddish flowers that emit a subtle fragrance.
Native to
Hoya polyneura is indigenous to the subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, particularly the eastern Himalayas, China, and Tibet, where it thrives at elevations of approximately 1,000 to 1,400 meters.
Water
Maintain a consistent watering schedule, allowing the top layer of the soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure the potting medium is well-draining. During the growing season, watering every 1 to 2 weeks is typically sufficient, reducing frequency during the winter months.
Light
Provide bright, indirect light to mimic its natural understory habitat. Direct sunlight can cause leaf scorching, while insufficient light may result in leggy growth and reduced flowering. An east-facing window or placement a few feet away from a south or west-facing window with filtered light is ideal.
Humidity
Thrives in environments with humidity levels around 50% to 60%. To maintain adequate humidity, especially during dry periods or in centrally heated homes, consider using a humidity tray, room humidifier, or placing the plant in a well-lit bathroom.
Temperature
Prefers temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C. Protect the plant from cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations to ensure optimal growth.
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We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for.
Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting so they are in active growth when arriving with you.
The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
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