Hoya curtisii

Botanical Name: Hoya curtisii

Native Region/Environment: SE Asian rainforests

Sun/Light: Bright indirect light or mild direct morning light.  THis hoya adapts to higher levels of light than most, but will likely benefit from periodic misting as the trade off.

Temperature:  Ideal temperatures are between 60 and 80F.

Water:  Allow top of soil to dry to touch.  Do not overwater or leave in standing water.

Soil:  Porous, well draining fertile soil.

Growth Pattern:  Vining, gentle twining evergreen perennial.

Mature Size:  Able to grow several feet high on a trellis and will grow longer vines when cascading from a pot or hanging basket. Occasional pruning will result in a fuller plant.

Attributes: Easily recognizable with their unique small, pointed leaves of a drab green with silver variegation.  The flowers are small and equally unique.  Hoya curtisii is described as not recommended for novice growers, but tremendously rewarding if given proper care.

Attractor:  Flowers are laden with abundant sweet nectar that attract hummingbirds, bees, butterflies and moths.

Pot:  4"