Hoya campanulata — an easy houseplant, prefers partial sun light
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Hoya campanulata

Hoya Campanulata

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Hoya campanulata is a species of Hoya native to W. Malesia.

A note from PlantMom

Hoya campanulata is quite resistant to disease and is generally not vulnerable to illnesses. Still, it can develop leaf spots if light and airflow are inadequate and if it is overwatered. Its care level is regarded as easy, since it mainly needs regular watering and little else. Hoya campanulata is appropriate for people who do not have much time or energy to spend on routine care.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Hoya Campanulata.

Light

Hoya campanulata is native to habitats like forest understories and rocky areas, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can tolerate full sun or full shade, reflecting its versatile, hardy nature.

Temperature

Hoya campanulata comes from tropical areas where the weather is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It dislikes sudden temperature shifts and prefers a consistent thermal environment, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot tolerate cold and needs relatively high temperatures to grow. If the ambient temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Fertilizer

Hoya campanulata needs the most fertilizer during its active growth period, which occurs mainly in spring, summer, and early fall. Fertilization supplies essential nutrients the soil may lack, supporting healthy root and stem growth as well as the attractive foliage that is a defining characteristic of this plant.

Pot & Repot

When repotting Hoya campanulata, choose a pot 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) larger with ample drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is slightly lower than the rim of the flower pot. Water thoroughly after repotting and place in a warm spot with indirect sunlight.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Vine, Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Hoya
Family
Apocynaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
2.13 m to 3.05 m
Mature Spread
0.91 m to 1.52 m
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 1.52 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Fall
Native Area
Singapore, Malaysia
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Hoya campanulata flower
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Hoya campanulata flower
PLATE 02 · flower
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