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* Leaf size: 2 cm to 10 cm. |
* Leaf size: 2 cm to 10 cm. |
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* Epiphytic: Epiphytic to semi-epiphytic in the wild. Readily adapts to pot culture. |
* Epiphytic: Epiphytic to semi-epiphytic in the wild. Readily adapts to pot culture. |
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* Fragrance: Intense and pleasant, like |
* Fragrance: Intense and pleasant, remarkably like a buttered cinnamon roll for the plant pictured. Wafts a considerable distance. |
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* Soil conditions: Must be moist but well-drained and airy. |
* Soil conditions: Must be moist but well-drained and airy. |
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* Outdoor zone: At least Zone 10, possibly cooler. |
* Outdoor zone: At least Zone 10, possibly cooler. |
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Subfamily: | Asclepiadoideae
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Genus: | Hoya |
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obscura (Major). |
Fast growing hoya from the Philippines. Characterized by medium-sized veined leaves that range from deep green when grown in shade, to a deep reddish color when grown in sunlight. This hoya is very easy to grow. It is definitely underrated and deserves much wider recognition.
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Inflorescence, view from underneath. -
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Rooted cutting 18 months old in 4" terra cotta pot. -
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Leaves redden considerably when exposed to direct sunlight.
- Growing habit: Viny and compact, leaves fairly close together along new shoots. Very fast grower in optimal conditions. Extremely floriferous.
- Sap color: milky.
- Leaf size: 2 cm to 10 cm.
- Epiphytic: Epiphytic to semi-epiphytic in the wild. Readily adapts to pot culture.
- Fragrance: Intense and pleasant, remarkably like a buttered cinnamon roll for the plant pictured. Wafts a considerable distance.
- Soil conditions: Must be moist but well-drained and airy.
- Outdoor zone: At least Zone 10, possibly cooler.