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Hoya 'Publicalyx'
Hoya publicalyx leaves start out as an elegant deep eggplant purple that transitions to a deep green as the leaf matures. Leaves themselves are often decorated with splashes of faint silvery markings. Given the correct care and time, you can expect a cluster of dark purple star-shaped flowers to appear!
These flowers are quite fragrant! Each hoya has a unique scent, some are said to smell vanilla, chocolate, or cinnamon!
Grow Pot Size: 4” and 6”
Overall Height Including Grow Pot: 5-7” depending on the grow pot size.
Plant Care Level: Easy
Key Benefits
We often think of this plant as never-ending!
As a scrambling shrub, this plant grows up high in tree canopies where it uses vining tendrils to secure itself in place. Watch as your plant grows you will see the vines whip back and forth as it looks for something to grab on to. One day you will be walking by and it will have taken over your entire bookcase!
Hoya ‘Pubicalyx' Care Tips
- Other Common Names: Porcelain Flower, Wax plant, Silver Splash
- This plant prefers consistent bright light, however can handle lower light levels, lower light quality will slow the plant's growth! They do really well on a bookshelf that is just out of direct sunlight!
- This Hoya has thick semi-succulent leaves. This means that your plant is not a heavy drinker and prefers to have the soil dry out in between waterings!
The Hoya ‘Publicalyx' Story
Where is it from?
Hoya 'Publicalyx' is native to the Philippines.
Who is the Hoya ‘Publicalyx'?
Originally discovered in 1918, The Hoya 'Publicalyx’ has been heavily cultivated over decades, so much so that it's hard to tell which cultivar you have until it blooms. The ‘Red Button’ has few silver markings and deep burgundy flowers. The ‘Pink Silver’ has plenty of silver marking and a pinkish hue to their flowers. ‘Hawaiian Purple’ has almost black clusters of flowers amongst more pink ones.
Good For You!
We love Hoyas in the bedroom! With their long vining habit, it creates the perfect relaxing mood. The Hoya plant is also extremely air-purifying.
Is the Hoya ‘Publicalyx' the right plant for me?
Hoyas are excellent first-time plants and easy to care for! Especially if you have the attendance to forget about your plant for a few days!
Allow the soil to completely dry in between watering as Hoyas are susceptible to root rot. Provide bright, indirect light or filtered bright light. Once your plant matures, you can provide a trellis for extra support and keep the plant appearing nice and tidy
Pet Friendly: Yes! Hoya’s are pet-friendly!
Location Suggestions: Hoya’s are truly an easy-going plant. The biggest factor is lighting! Place your plant up high to mimic its natural habitat and give it lots of light! They thrive in warm humid locations like the bathroom or kitchen! But they are just as happy in a bedroom or living room!Care Instructions
Light
Prefers bright, indirect light or filtered bright light, Lower light conditions can stunt the plants growth.
Water
Allow soil to completely dry in between watering. The succulent leaves will hold water. During warmer months you will need to water the plant more often, keep the soil slightly moist and increase the humidity.
Repotting
Can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot. Only do so when necessary as Hoyas prefer to be rootbound. We highly suggest usig a pot tht has been glazed on the inside or is smooth.
Soil
Use a well-draining, chunky medium. Two parts bark and perlite to one part nutrient rich soil.
Temperature
This plant thrives in a temperature range of 65°F - 75°F.
Feeding
Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.
Grooming
Remove any dust or debris that forms on the foliage by placing the plant under a showerhead or wipe the leaves with a damp cloth.
Care
Provide a trellis for extra support and keep the plant appearing nice and tidy.
General Information About Your Plant
Origin
Philippines
Leaves
The leaves are a lancelot shape and are typically covered in silver splashes.
Toxicity
Non-toxic. Although, it is a great practice to keep your plants away from pets and children.
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