Hoya australis 'Lisa'

Scientific name
Hoya australis 'Lisa'

General description
Hoya australis 'Lisa' is a variety with broad, fleshy, pubescent leaves, with silvery marbling on a light green background. With its dense, trailing appearance, this hoya is very decorative when grown and well-nourished.

Origin
Horticultural variety of the genus Hoya australis , species native to tropical Asia-Pacific.

Care

• Light : Bright indirect light; sometimes filtered, but avoid intense direct sunlight.
• Watering : allow the substrate to dry slightly between two waterings; avoid excess to avoid rotting the root system.
• Humidity : Prefers moderate to high humidity; occasional misting or humid atmosphere helps.
• Temperature : between ~18-27°C ideally; avoid prolonged cold temperatures.
• Substrate : very draining, light, epiphyte substrate or mixture with perlite and bark.

Special advice

• Choose a hanging pot or a tall support to weight down the foliage.
• Fertilize every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season.
• Clean leaves if dusty to maintain the beautiful silver marbling.
• Toxic if swallowed to humans and animals.