Hoya Imbricata

Scientific name

Hoya imbricata

General description

Hoya imbricata is a rare and fascinating species, known for its large, round, flat leaves that lie completely flat against their support. This unique behavior gives it an almost camouflaged appearance on tree trunks or growing beds. Its thick, veined, deep green leaves create a highly exotic and sought-after effect. It produces flowers in small umbels, often fragrant.

Origin

Native to Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines, where it grows naturally as an epiphyte on tree trunks in tropical rainforests.

Interview

• Light : bright indirect light; tolerates medium light but prefers good light to flower.

• Watering : water when the substrate is almost dry; avoid waterlogging.

• Humidity : high; prefers a warm and humid atmosphere.

• Temperature : between 18 and 30 °C; avoid low temperatures.

• Substrate : very airy mixture, ideal for epiphytic plants (bark, coconut fiber, perlite).

Specific advice

• It grows best mounted on a slab or trunk, as its leaves like to adhere to a support.

• Do not disturb her when she settles in, she prefers stability.

• Fertilize lightly during the growing season.

• This plant is non-toxic to humans and animals.