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Hoya verticillata sp Tanggamus

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Description

Hoya verticillata sp. Tanggamus is a striking Hoya variety from the Tanggamus region in Sumatra, Indonesia. This plant is known for its ovate green leaves with pronounced veins that may exhibit colour changes, such as a maroon blush, when exposed to brighter light. It occasionally produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers with a subtle fragrance, making it a desirable addition to Hoya collections.

Native to

Hoya sp. Tanggamus is native to the tropical forests of Sumatra, where it grows as an epiphyte, benefiting from high humidity, filtered light, and warm temperatures under the forest canopy. These conditions influence its preferences for indirect light, stable warmth, and moderate humidity.

Water

Water this Hoya when the top inch of soil feels dry. It is sensitive to root rot, so use well-draining soil and ensure that excess water drains completely after each watering. In winter, reduce watering frequency, as the plant’s growth slows, but avoid letting the soil dry out entirely.

Light

Bright, indirect light suits Hoya sp. Tanggamus best. Too much direct sun can cause leaf burn, but bright filtered sunlight may enhance leaf colour, encouraging a reddish or purple tint. Place it near an east or north-facing window, or filter direct light with a sheer curtain.

Humidity

This Hoya thrives in moderate to high humidity, ideally around 50-60%. It can adapt to standard indoor humidity but benefits from extra humidity provided by a humidifier or regular misting, particularly in dry environments.

Temperature

Hoya sp. Tanggamus prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 21-29°C (70-85°F). It does not tolerate cold and should be kept away from temperatures below 15°C (59°F). Keep it in a warm room, and avoid placing it near drafts or air conditioning vents.


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What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

Sophie L.
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About Hoya verticillata sp Tanggamus

Plant type

Hoya →

Toxicity

Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Plants still are not food, so a determined chewer may get an upset stomach.

Family

Apocynaceae

Genus

Hoya →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 7 days with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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ALLA E.
Root mealybugs and flat mites infestation!!!

I trusted Grow tropicals and did not check roots on delivery despite I saw that this hoya has some rotten grow points. Few days later, on my day off I decided to check roots and leaves speckles under microscope due previoussad experiencewith this supplier. When I took plant out of Grow tropicals pot, I was shocked as root mealybugs infestation was so obvious!! I am worry now that my other plants were contaminated too and also other plants that came from Grow Tropicals too as they were on same place. Also both hoyas has flat mites too as they only visible under microscope, unfortunately could not attach the video of flat mites due size of file! Very dissapointed with this order as not happy with some other plants too, that came half rotten!

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Emily B.
A really beautiful plant, every

A really beautiful plant, every order I’ve received has been top quality. Thank you Grow Tropicals

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Colin D.
Small with no sign of

Small with no sign of growing points but healthy enough. . . . doesn't look much like a verticillata.

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