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Hoya Lokki home care. Hoya: types and features of growing at home

Wax ivy, porcelain flower - this is also called this attractive succulent, which has firmly entered human life as one of the most unpretentious ornamental plants.

This evergreen miracle came to our country from the distant tropics. On the islands of the Pacific Ocean, in Australia and Polynesia, India and Madagascar, on the tops of the Himalayan mountains and in southeast Asia, there are more than 200 species of both powerful climbing vines with fragrant flowers, and small stunted shrubs.

Varieties of indoor flower: names with descriptions and photos

Hoya Caudata

This inhabitant of the tropical forests of Thailand and Malaysia was first described in 1883. The name caudata, which translates as "tailed", was derived from the long anther appendages sticking out in the center of the crown.


Dense ovoid leaves with a heart-shaped base often have spots of various colors: pink to dark green. With age, the lower part acquires a red tint, and the upper part with frequent silver specks. Long curly stems also change color.

Bloom for a week. Growing requires high humidity, temperatures above 20 degrees and bright diffused light. Not demanding on the soil.

Sort Caudata silver splash (Caudata silver splash)

This tailed beauty, unlike the rest of its species, is sensitive to watering. Her the root system rots at the slightest excess of moisture therefore drying the soil between waterings and a good drainage layer are a must.

In the summer, not only the lower, but also the upper side of its leaves turns red. Leafy cuttings are dense to the touch and covered with a dense downy, which thinns with age. It takes root easily, but you need to wait several weeks before sprouting.

David Cummingii

This rare species is named after Australian collector David Cumming, who first noticed and described the plant in the sparsely populated area of ​​the Philippines. It features unique salmon pink flowers with a bright yellow center and a delicious caramel smell in the evening. Leaves are lanceolate with subtle veins. It requires a lot of light and heat, and withers quickly if there is not enough water.



Calistophylla

Hoya calistophyll has 18-20 flowers in an umbrella, but it is not this that attracts attention, but an unpleasant pungent smell that accompanies flowering. But, despite this, the plant is attractive in appearance: with wide, decorated with dark green veins, leaves and milky yellow flowers on a thin stem. Artificial lighting in winter is beneficial and accelerates growth.

Imperialis

One of the largest and most beautiful types of curly hoya. Lives on the Malacca Peninsula. Its flowers, similar to dark red stars with a dazzling white center, begin to exude a strong pleasant aroma at dusk.

When growing, you need to provide a lot of light. In winter, artificial lighting is indispensable. Experienced flower growers advise once a month to rinse Imperialis under a warm shower and transplant the plant into soil with the addition of lime. The first flowers appear in the second year after rooting.... Heavy stems are supported in the form of a lattice or arc.



Lockii

In nature, it grows at a height of 20-25 meters above the ground, in open sunny places. It is endemic to Vietnam: the only colony growing in the wild, consists of 50 plants and is carefully protected from destruction. With good home care, it is capable of delighting all year round with white flowers with a pearl-pearl shade. The smell of flowers is similar to the smell of chocolate, intensifies towards night.

Shepherdii

The homeland of Sheperdi is the Himalayan heights. It blooms profusely both in the light and in the shade... The corolla of the flower is pubescent, the petals are pale pink, the crown is purple. The leaves are very narrow and long, boat-shaped with a bright green vein in the middle. On hot summer days, shade from direct sunlight is necessary. In winter, the indoor temperature drops to 16 degrees, watering is reduced to 1 time per week.

Balanceis (Balaensis)

Curly epiphyte with broadly oval leathery leaves and thin reddish-brown lashes. A flower umbrella can contain up to 50 flowers. Corollas are creamy white, with a velvety inner surface of the petals and a sugary sweet aroma. In intense light, pink or silvery blotches appear on the leaves. Requires daily spraying with warm water.



Lasiantha

Grows in shaded places with a bush, has pointed leaves with gray markings and a pubescent corolla. The flowers are bright yellow with a tart, faint aroma of tropical fruits. Any beginner can handle the cultivation of this species. If you maintain a constant looseness and moisture of the soil, laziana can bloom all year round.

Undulata

In the hollow internodes of this plant, ants, ticks, wasps and other arthropods equip their dwellings. Wavy leaves of a dark green color with purple and gray blotches grow in the form of clusters. Turns purple under bright light.

Since this hoya is accustomed to the shady damp forest, special conditions must be created for cultivation. Rooted by freshly cut cuttings. Flowering period 2-3 days, the buds are creamy pink inside with purple-red dots.

Archboldiana

First exported from the islands of New Guinea in 1933. The most thermophilic hoya, prefers temperatures above 30 degrees and abundant frequent watering. It blooms 2-3 years after rooting. There are three color options for the buds: lilac, pink and red. Propagated by cuttings in a waterproof substrate or water.



Byakensis

The leaves are oblong with a bright streak; in the summer months, a red border appears on them. Flowers are odorless, their number on the peduncle does not exceed 30 pieces. The petals are pale yellow, oily, translucent. With good care, flowering can be expected at any time of the year.

It is grown both ampelno and on a support on the southern windowsill. She is tolerant of temperature extremes, loves bright light, so backlighting is necessary in autumn and winter. The soil should always be moist., and watering and spraying - daily and abundant.

Globulose (Globulosa)

In nature, it grows in the wild forests of India and China. Large-leaved curly hoya that grows only on a support. Flower umbrellas are large, globular, with pale yellow flowers. The stem is covered with thin hairs that fall off with age, and the stem itself becomes lignified. Grown in cool and high humidity and air.

Sunrise

Crossing two specimens, lacunosa and obscura, produced this fast flowering and unpretentious plant, with smooth narrow leaves and fragrant flowers. For the ability to change the saturation of the petals (from pale pink to hot pink), depending on the intensity of illumination, and received this name, translated as "sunrise".



Tsangi

It is distinguished by succulent, diamond-shaped, elliptical leaves and a leaf plate curved in the opposite direction. Honey-colored flowers with madder in the middle, smells strongly of honey... Grown in a cool room in the shade.

Pachyclada

It has juicy, strong lashes and round dense small leaves, slightly pubescent with hairs. The corolla of the flower is velvety, the blades are turned back, beige. The crown is milky or snow-white, with crimson and pinkish spots.

In the spring, the bloom spreads the aroma of burnt caramel, attracting ants. The soil for cultivation must be stocked with a saturated aluminum and nitrogen, with a low content of alkali and silica. Weak watering tolerates midday heat and prolonged drought well.

Serpens

Creeping dense stems are similar to snakes crawling along the branches; over time, they cover the trees with a dense solid carpet. The hairs growing densely on the leaves create an iridescent effect. The flowers are white, with a greenish tint, very fragrant and almost always larger than the leaves, but rarely bloom in a house plant.

It is best to grow in a cool room or terrarium, in a flat container with breathable soil, and spray frequently.

Campanulata

The originality of this hoya is in the bell flowers with a pronounced lemon scent. Colors - white, milky, yellow of all shades. The inflorescences are like opened parachutes and collected in dense umbrellas. The height of the shrub is 60-70 centimeters.

This capricious visitor to the rainforest requires special care. Basically, it consists of maintaining a temperature of 20-25 degrees and shading. The pot should be small, with a ladder-support on which the hoya will lean as it grows.

Villosa

It grows on the territory of Cambozhdi, Siam and Laos. Leaves are rectangular-elliptical, wavy along the edge, 8-11 centimeters long and 3-4 centimeters wide, with convex veins. This species has the fluffiest leaves of all.... The stem is thin, woody with age. Propagated by cuttings in water using a root stimulant. Watering is neat, moderate, until the earthen coma is completely dry.



Kalimanta

Growth form - liana. Leaves are medium in size, oval, pointed. On the surface there is a contrasting pattern of dark blue veins. The flowers are ruby ​​in color with yellow stripes, the scent is similar to that of bergamot. It grows most willingly in a cramped pot with enough light. Loves thorough drying of the substrate and fertilizing with fertilizer with phosphorus.

Monettea

In this curly epiphyte, the milky sap has a viscous and transparent consistency, unlike the juice of the rest of the hoi. The lashes are fleshy and strong. Leaves are oval, 15 centimeters wide and 20 centimeters long, with a sharp tip and a smoothed base, gray-green, thick and velvety pubescent, and the pubescence is more pronounced on the underside than on the upper.

Flat white flowers are odorless, open in a large hemispherical umbrella, flowering time - 10-15 days. Low germination rate in captivity.

Fitchii

With remarkable emerald green, medium-sized leaves. They are smooth, glossy, without pubescence. The color of flowers is changeable and depends on the intensity of the light. It ranges from pale cream with pinkish undertones to hot pink. The umbrella reveals 15 - 25 "wax" flowers.


The petals of the crown are bent back. The inner crown is pink with a darker convex center. This species needs a moist and warm content. A drop in temperature below 18 degrees threatens the death of the plant.

When artificial lighting is used, a beautiful mesh of dark blue veins is clearly drawn on the glossy surface of the leaves. This specimen is the slowest growing hoya species..

Buotii

Distribution area - Philippines. The first description dates back to 2002. A plant with a thin, curly stem, covered with tough dark warts. The flower petals have a smooth middle and fur on the edges, the buds themselves are painted in a pale yellow color with a scarlet inner crown. Their delicate fragrance is reminiscent of vanilla. Flowering lasts 10-12 days.

The length of the leaves is 10 cm, the width is 4. They have a succulent structure, with a pronounced vein in the center and sharp tips, thin, elliptical in shape. Hoya buoti is unpretentious and takes root quickly. He loves warmth and feels good in the sun. In winter, it requires artificial lighting with fluorescent lamps for 14-16 hours. Not afraid of high air humidity... Reproduction is carried out by cuttings in sphagnum or water.

Conclusion

Plants not only decorate the home and create comfort in it. It is believed that each of them carries energy that can have an impact on human life. It is the hoya that is called a plant for the family, which helps to establish harmony and bring peace to the fate of its owner. Add one more to your home garden and check - are the old signs really working?

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Hoya: types and varieties

The stem length of this climbing plant can reach ten meters. Hoya is decorative due to long flowering. Young shoots stand out against the background of green foliage with a brown-purple color. Flowers are collected in large umbrellas and smell good. In most varieties, the oval leaves are quite large - up to 8 cm long and up to 5 cm wide. But there are also miniature plants, for example, hoya bella.

More than 50 species of this flower are found in nature. Some of them are grown in greenhouses and homes.

The most famous varieties of hoya are:

  • fleshy;
  • beautiful;
  • imperial;
  • variegated;
  • linear.

Fleshy hoya waxy ivy is a picky, curly succulent with dense leaves that blooms continuously from early spring to late autumn. This species has many varieties, among which there are plants with multi-colored leaves - green with a cream-colored border or with a yellowish center.

Basic requirements for growing

Hoya is a light-loving plant. When grown indoors, it blooms profusely only on southern windows. However, on sunny, summer days, the plant must be shaded so that no burns remain on the leaves.

The more light there is for the hoya, the faster it will bloom. If buds have appeared, it cannot be rearranged.

She does not like drafts, changes in air temperature and strong cooling, at a room temperature below + 10 ° C she can die.

  • Hoya loves light, well-drained, fertile soil.
  • For normal growth of shoots and flowering, regular fertilizing is necessary.
  • The soil in the pot should be moist and dry before watering again.
  • The hoya will benefit from a warm shower and regular spraying.

Special requirements include the selectivity of some plant species to soil acidity and air temperature. There are hoyi that cannot grow normally if the room is less than + 20 ° C.

Home care

When choosing a plant for a room, you must take into account its size. Some hoyis grow quite large - these are real woody vines. Other types are compact and will not take up much space on the windowsill.

The plant can be grown as an ampel, hanging the pot high, or set up a support by twisting the stem around it. The younger the plant, the more flexible its stems, with age, the shoots become woody, and can break when tied to a support.

There are no special problems in caring for hoya. All efforts pay off with excellent flowering, which, if properly maintained, can be quite long-lasting.

Features of the content depending on the season

Ivy can bloom in winter. If the florist wants to enjoy such a spectacle, then the plant begins to be prepared in September. The pot is placed in a bright, cool place and watering is reduced. It is best to place the flower on the eastern windowsill. In December and January, the flower is almost not watered - drought stimulates flowering. During this period, the room temperature should be about 15 ° C.

Some species do not like cool air, for example, hoya multiflora sheds flowers and leaves when the temperature drops below +20 ° C.

Usually, the hoya uses winter as a resting time, it benefits from reduced watering and no fertilization. It most often blooms in spring and summer. During this period, the plant requires regular watering, spraying, feeding and good lighting.

Hoya watering

In summer and spring, during the intensive growth of hoya, it is abundantly watered and sprayed. In autumn and winter, spraying is stopped, and watering is reduced. Water the plant as the earthen coma dries up with settled, warm water.

To stimulate flowering, watering in summer is done by soaking in warm water for 1-2 hours. To do this, put the flower pot in a large plastic bucket. Hoya is poured from the shower with water at a temperature of about 30–35 ° C. When the water in the bucket reaches the top of the pot, barely covering the ground, turn off the tap. After 1 hour, the plant can be taken out of the bucket and put in its original place in the room.

Soil composition and pot selection

Hoya doesn't like large flower pots. In small ones, on the contrary, it grows very quickly. In its natural habitat, this plant leads an epiphytic lifestyle, settles in the crown of large trees or on rocks, where there is very little nutrient medium. Therefore, when choosing a pot, you need to give preference to small containers, with soil that allows water and air to pass through well.

The material from which the pot is made does not really matter, plastic, clay or wood will do. The planting substrate must be loose. A mixture of peat, perlite, coconut fiber and tree bark is prepared independently. For nutritional value, add a little leaf humus. Most hoya species prefer neutral or slightly acidic soil. But there are varieties that require a high content of limestone, for example, H. curtsii, H. serpens.

Fertilization

The fertile substrate in which the plant is planted is already a good fertilizer. But after a year of cultivation, hoya begins to experience a lack of basic nutrients - nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. This can be expressed externally by a slowdown in growth and a change in the appearance of the leaves.

  • With a lack of nitrogen, the leaves turn pale green or yellow, and then fall off.
  • Lack of phosphorus is expressed by reddening of the veins of the leaf or its edges and tops.
  • With a deficiency of potassium, the edges of the leaf plate dry out and curl.

In the warm season, hoya is fed during watering once every two weeks with a complex fertilizer for flowering indoor plants. The ratio of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus in it should be the same. If you notice signs of a lack of some element, you can find top dressing with its predominance.

Planting and transplanting

Hoya does not like frequent transplants. If the need arises, you can make a transplant once every 2 or 3 years.

Since this plant easily forms aerial roots, planting it can be very simple. A long shoot of an adult plant is placed in a pot of soil and pinned down with wire. When the shoot gives roots, it is cut off from the mother plant.

When transplanted into fresh soil, the new pot should not be much larger than the previous one, the hoya will not bloom until its roots fill the entire space of the earthen coma.

Be sure to put a good drain on the bottom of the pot to keep the water out after watering. The land should be well-drained and fertile, you can use a mixture for succulents.

Breeding features

The plant is propagated by seeds, layering or cuttings. For grafting, twigs of the last year are used, on which there should be 2 or 3 nodes. You can root them in water or substrate. Hoya kerry, with heart-shaped leaves, rooted well with leafy cuttings.

Several branches are planted in one pot so that during flowering the plant looks more decorative.

  • From cut cuttings, two lower leaves are cut off.
  • Rinse under running water to wash off the sticky juice released.
  • They are dipped in Kornevin powder.
  • Then they are planted in perlite or vermiculite - a moisture-absorbing substrate in which the cuttings quickly sprout.
  • After planting, they arrange a mini-greenhouse, covering the flower pot with seedlings with a plastic bag. They are placed in a bright and warm place.

The first roots will appear within two or three weeks. If you plant a plant in a clear plastic cup, you can see it. Rooted hoya is transplanted into a small pot.

Plant diseases and pests

The hoya flower loves moisture, but with poor drainage in the pot and strong watering, the root system can rot. If the plant is not transplanted into another container and fresh soil in time, it will die.

Hoya suffer from insect pests:

  • scabbards;
  • whitefly;
  • mealybug;

When the first signs of damage are found, the plant is treated with an insecticide. If a spider mite has settled on the leaves, treatment with acaricide or infusion of garlic will help.

Why does the hoya not bloom, the leaves turn yellow?

If hoya is grown incorrectly, difficulties may arise - the leaves will turn yellow, curl and fall off.

There are several reasons for this:

  • cold air in the room;
  • excess sun;
  • lack of moisture or excessive watering;
  • dry air environment;
  • poor drainage;
  • cold water for irrigation;
  • lack of nitrogen in the soil.

Some growers, in order to achieve the setting of inflorescences, several times in the spring or early summer place a pot of hoya in warm water with a temperature of 30–35 ° C and water it 2 or 3 times a week with settled warm water.

For flowering, the plant needs the following conditions:

  • good lighting;
  • age 2-3 years;
  • cramped pot;
  • shoots at least 30 cm long;
  • feeding with phosphorus fertilizers.

In winter, watering is reduced and the hoya is kept in a bright place with a temperature of 15 ° C. It blooms on old peduncles, so they cannot be cut off. When the plant blooms, they stop fertilizing it and try not to turn the pot so that the buds do not fall off.

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Hoya ivy - description, photo

Indoor hoya can be of three types:

  • erect plant in the form of a bush;
  • liana wrapping around the support;
  • hanging or ampelous hoya.

In any of the plant varieties, young shoots grow without leaves and have a brown-purple hue. Over time, they turn green, covered with leaves and aerial roots. In an adult ivy, the branches are lignified.

Pointed to the top, oval, fleshy leaves shiny at a young age, and then become dull. Their width can be from 3 to 5 cm, and their length is 5-8 cm.

On the stem branches, umbrella-shaped inflorescences are formed, which consist of star-shaped pink or white flowers. Today there are varieties of hoya, the flowers of which can be yellow or even green. The flowers look very beautiful because of the five-membered crown towering over the petals, which is located in the center of the corolla and may be of a different color. Hoya flowers exude a pleasant aroma that attracts insects in nature.

Can hoya be kept at home?

According to popular superstition, wax ivy cannot be kept at home, as it has the following properties:

  1. The family living in the house where the vine grows faces financial problems.
  2. Hoya ivy is a muzhegon and is capable of destroying family happiness.
  3. Indoor flower during flowering brings misfortune to the house.

Believe it or not in such folk omens and superstitions, everyone decides independently. However, there are other sources that state that hoya in the house, vice versa , strengthens the family, as it pacifies envy and relieves the feeling of resentment. Therefore, many growers consider a flower guardian of family happiness and decorate bedrooms with it.

The benefits and harms of hoya

There is some truth in the sign about the negative influence of wax ivy during flowering. This is due to the fact that its flowers exude a strong aroma. It's nice, but can be annoying in a small, enclosed space. Therefore, during flowering, it is better to take ivy out of the bedroom and place it in a large room. If allergy sufferers live in the house, then maybe you will have to completely abandon the cultivation of a houseplant.

Many are interested - poisonous or not hoya? All parts of the creeper, when damaged, exude juice, which can irritate the mucous membranes. Therefore, care must be taken when caring for wax ivy. It is also advisable to ensure that the leaves and flowers are not picked or chewed by children and pets.

In all other respects, hoya is a beautiful house plant with which you can decorate an apartment or house. And if you do not believe in various signs and superstitions, and wax ivy is already growing in your house, or you just want to have it, check out the types and varieties of flowers, as well as the rules for caring for hoya at home.

Types and varieties of hoya, photo

Hoya the Beautiful

Hoya is beautiful

The ampel plant is distinguished by creeping shoots with sharp thickened leaves up to 2.5 centimeters long. Throughout the summer, wax ivy blooms with white flowers with a red-violet or red crown. Liana can be grown in any home and room, as this species has a faint aroma from the buds. It is adapted to room humidity and temperature, so it grows without problems at home.

Hoya Majestic or Imperial


Hoya Majestic

It is a curly shrub with oblong, oval leaves, the tips of which are pointed. Leathery and smooth leaves reach 20 cm in length. During flowering, the plant forms inflorescences in the form of umbrellas, each of which consists of six to ten flowers, the petals of which look like stars. Outside, the buds are yellowish-green in color, and inside they are dark red. During flowering, a pleasant aroma emanates from the plant.

Hoya Meaty or Waxy

Hoya Wax

On a liana with shoots up to 6 meters long, white flowers with a pink crown are formed during flowering. Tough, thick and oval leaves of the plant are covered with a waxy bloom. Silver markings are scattered across their dark green background. Beautiful varieties were bred from this species, which differ in the colors of leaves and flowers:

  1. Crimson Queen is a variety with bright pink buds, along the edge of which there is a white and pink edging.
  2. Compact - the plant is distinguished by small leaves with a barely noticeable pattern.
  3. Tricolor - the variety got its name for the color of the leaves, which are pink, cream and green. The flowers of the plant are scarlet.

Long, thin vine shoots require support or a garter.

These are the main types of wax ivy that are most often grown by flower growers in their homes and apartments. But there are also rarer plant varieties:

Hoya flower: home care

How to care for a hoya?

In indoor conditions, most often grow fleshy hoya or Beautiful, which are unpretentious in care, grow well in apartments and houses. But they require good lighting to bloom, so these types of wax ivy are placed on sunny windowsills. Since the leaves of both species are thickened, they are watered only after the top layer of the soil has dried. Hoya Kerry requires the same placement and watering.

If your wax ivy has thin leaves, then the plant requires shading from direct sunlight and regular watering. The soil in the pot should not dry out.

Liana can be placed on the west or east window. Plants with fleshy leaves are not afraid of even direct sunlight.

Air temperature for ivy it should be from +17 to +25 degrees. The plant does not have a pronounced dormant period, so in winter it can be kept indoors. If in the cold season the air temperature in the room drops below +15 degrees, then the Beautiful Hoya can shed its leaves.

In autumn or winter, when the days get shorter, wax ivy can slow down its growth. At this time, it is necessary to stop feeding and reduce watering. But if the indoor flower is provided with additional lighting, then it will begin to grow again.

Spray the plant not necessary, since a liana with fleshy leaves treats dry air in apartments calmly. But so that the leaves remain decorative and pests do not start on them in dry air, ivy should be bathed from time to time under a warm shower. You should first cover the soil with polyethylene. If the vine has grown, and it will not be possible to remove it, then simply spray or wipe the dust off its leaves. A bush with clear foliage will immediately take on a more decorative and beautiful look.

Hoya fertilizer

It is recommended to use succulent fertilizer to feed wax ivy. Top dressing is applied during the active growth of the flower, that is, from spring to autumn. Fertilizers should be used strictly according to the instructions, since their excess will negatively affect the decorative effect of ivy.

Hoya during flowering

If you provide a tropical vine with bright, diffused light, then it will bloom beautifully and profusely. But you need to know that during flowering, the flower pot cannot be rearranged from place to place. Otherwise, the buds will begin to fall off.

It is not recommended to cut or cut off the flower stalks after flowering. After a while, buds may appear on them again.

Hoya transplant

Young plants require transplanting every spring, and adults, if necessary, are transplanted once every three years. The pot is selected 2-3 centimeters larger than the previous one. If you transplant a vine into a more spacious container, then it will grow foliage and may not bloom in the year of transplantation. In a tighter pot, wax ivy will bloom profusely. Therefore, if you want to get more young shoots, then take a larger pot. But it should be borne in mind that the largest container size for an adult plant should be 20 cm.

Hoya primer should be slightly acidic or neutral, breathable and loose. You can use the soil for orchids or prepare your own from turf and leafy soil, peat and sand. Pieces of sphagnum moss and charcoal are added to the mixture.

The bottom of the new pot must be covered with drainage. A layer of nutritious soil mixture is poured onto it and a flower is placed, which must be removed from the old container along with a lump of earth. The roots are covered with soil and watered.

Supports and trim

Liana definitely needs support, otherwise its long shoots will begin to break under the weight of foliage and inflorescences. As supports, you can use gratings, trellises, posts, moss supports, all kinds of arcs in the form of arches, rings or hearts. You can hang the hoya on the wall and distribute its shoots on shelves, hooks, or not completely driven in nails.

If you want to get wax ivy in the form of a bush, then you will need to constantly pinch the shoots at the required length.

Hoya pruning can be done to form a plant of the size you want. Too long branches can be shortened, and unnecessary ones can be cut off completely. Broken and dried branches are also cut off. To stimulate the appearance of lateral shoots, the old branch is cut between the nodes.

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Hoya propagation by cuttings

Hoya stalk

This is the easiest way to propagate wax ivy, as its cuttings take root easily and quickly. You will need to cut a short stalk with two or four leaves and two or more nodes. They can be placed in water or directly into the substrate. The breeding ground must be loose. The water in it should not stagnate.

Rooting in water:

  1. Tear off the leaves from the lower part of the cutting, leaving only the upper leaves.
  2. Treat the lower sections with root hormone.
  3. Wrap a jar or other container with water with foil from the side and top, after pouring water into it with a temperature of up to +22 degrees.
  4. Pierce the foil with a handle and place it in the water so that the bottom knot is in the water.
  5. Put a transparent bag on the cuttings and container. There will be increased air humidity inside the bag, which is necessary for better rooting. Otherwise, the cuttings may simply fade. However, the air supply does not need to be blocked.

After about two weeks, the roots will appear, and the hoya cuttings will need to be immediately planted in a small pot filled with soil. If time is missed, the cuttings will become brittle.

Rooting hoya cuttings in the soil:

  1. Treat the lower cut of the cutting with a root root and place in moist soil so that the lower node is in the substrate.
  2. Put a transparent bag on the pot.

Cuttings should take root in the soil in two or three weeks. When new leaves begin to appear on them, the package can be removed. Wax ivy grown from cuttings will bloom in the fourth year.

Hoya propagation by layering

For this method of reproduction, a long shoot is selected and a pot of soil is prepared, which must be placed next to the wax ivy. The soil must contain peat and be nutritious.

The place of the shoot, which will be placed in the ground, is slightly incised. The branch fits into a nearby pot. There should be a knot and an incision in the ground on the shoot. The branch is attached to the soil with a hairpin or bent wire. Moss is laid on top, and the pot is covered with foil. Moss must first be watered. When roots appear on the allotted branch, it will get stronger and give new leaves, it can be separated from the mother plant.

An escape with roots can be left in the same pot or transplanted into a new one. Hoya propagated by layering will bloom in a year.

Hoya from seed

Reproduction of hoya by seeds is rarely carried out by flower growers, since it is difficult to find planting material for vines on sale, and it is almost impossible to get seeds from home ivy. But if you are lucky and you purchased seeds or seeds formed and ripened on your beauty after flowering, then they can be used for planting. This must be done immediately, otherwise the planting material will lose its germination.

For sowing, a mixture of earth and cut sphagnum moss is used. The seeds are placed in a moist substrate, and the crops are covered with a foil on top. The container is placed in a bright, warm place, and the moisture content of the soil is constantly monitored. The crops are aired every day.

If the seeds are good, then the seedlings will appear in a week. They will grow slowly. Only after about three months, several pairs of leaves will appear on young plants, and they can be planted in small hotel pots.

Hoya propagation by a leaf - photo

On Valentine's Day, in flower shops, you can see leaves in the form of hearts in small pots. These are rooted hoya leaves. In this way, only some species of vines reproduce (for example, Kerry's hoya). The cut leaf is simply placed in a damp substrate and covered with a transparent bag. The roots will appear on the leaf quickly, but you can wait for a new shoot for a long time or not at all.

Hoya pests and diseases

Powdery mildew and gray mold are fungal diseases that can affect vine. The reason for their occurrence is low room temperatures and waterlogging of the soil. Powdery mildew can be recognized by a white bloom that looks like cotton wool. You can get rid of it with the help of treatment with fungicidal preparations. With gray rot, weeping gray spots appear on the leaves. The plant can quickly die, so the disease is not treated.

If a sticky liquid appeared on the shoots and the trunk and they became soft, it is possible that the hoya was struck by a bacterial disease. You can cure a flower with the help of preparations that contain copper.

The thickening and spots on the hoya leaves indicate a viral infection. Such diseases are not cured and quickly infect nearby plants. Liana urgently needs to be moved and put away from other flowers. If she begins to die, you will have to destroy her.

Under unfavorable conditions, red spider mites, aphids or scale insects can settle on the hoya. They suck the juices from the plant, as a result of which the leaves turn yellow, dry and fall off. If there are few pests, then the leaves can be wiped with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. You can get rid of a large number of pests with Actellik or another insecticidal preparation.

Why hoya and other problems do not bloom

If the hoya does not bloom, there may be several reasons for this:

  1. Insufficient lighting... This is the main reason that hoya does not bloom.
  2. Big pot... For flowering liana needs a cramped pot. In a large container, it will only grow foliage.
  3. Lack of a dormant period... Some types of hoya need a dormant period in winter. For this, the plants are kept in a cool room, are not fed and are rarely watered. In the spring, the flower is brought into the room and displayed in a well-lit place.
  4. Excessive fertilizing with fertilizers. Use succulent fertilizers for wax ivy, which must be used strictly according to the instructions.

Hoya turns yellow... The leaves can turn yellow in case of insufficient lighting, from extreme heat and if pests have gotten on them.

The lower leaves turn yellow and fall off, and young shoots do not grow... Such symptoms can occur if the hoya is standing in a draft or in a room that is too cold for her.

Hoya drops flowers... The pot with the plant was moved to another place during flowering.

Red leaves on a vine... The reason may be an overabundance of sunlight or high air temperatures.

Hoya leaves falling... This situation can arise if the room is hot and watering is very rare. Or vice versa, the leaves can fall off with constant waterlogging of the soil. In this case, the roots rot first.

Hoya does not grow... Pale leaves and inhibition of growth indicate a lack of nitrogen fertilizers in the soil.

Leaves curl, turn pale and dry... The reason is cold water for irrigation or excess sunlight. For the same reasons, spots may appear on the leaves of the hoya.

As you can see, problems when growing hoya arise mainly due to mistakes in care. If you fix them, your flower will grow quickly and bloom beautifully for a long time.

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Description of the types and varieties of wax ivy

At present, a fairly large number of species and varieties are well known, which differ mainly in the shape and coloration of foliage. Flowers are most often similar in appearance and structure.

Hoya varieties (video)

Hoya lacunosa (concave)

Perennial with long and thick green branches, on which there is an oval-shaped leathery foliage with a pointed tip and red-chestnut or dark green coloration. Umbellate inflorescences most often consist of twenty flowers, similar to whitish-pink balls with a pleasant aroma. The best varieties are Lоng Leaf, Ruby Sue, Rоyаl flеsh, Esсimо and Snоwсars.

Hoya carnosa

Succulent, evergreen ornamental shrub plant that forms beautiful small five-petal pubescent flowers, with pinkish or slightly creamy petals, as well as a cherry-colored corolla. The foliage is large, fleshy type, with a characteristic waxy shine.

Hoya multiflora

A multi-flowered liana-shaped variety that needs support. Possesses decorative foliage and flowers. The foliage is linear-lanceolate, with very pronounced venation. Flowers are light straw-yellow in color with yellow edging, characterized by a pleasant and light citrus aroma.

Hoya meaty

Evergreen type, with weak branching liana, which has a ligneous brown and smooth stem with time, with fleshy, shiny, green leaves. The flowers are small in size, fragrant, collected in fairly large and dense umbellate inflorescences of white and pale pink, or red and purple coloration. With proper care, it blooms multiple times a year.

Gallery: wax ivy (25 photos)

Hoya tricolor

A variegated form of a decorative perennial, characterized by a fairly high endurance, thick dark green leaves with whitish and pink veins. Forms medium-sized and scarlet flowers, collected in floral umbrellas with a bright aroma.

Hoya beautiful (lanceolate)

A tree, or rather a highly branching shrub, with shoots hanging down, which explains the cultivation in hanging pots or baskets. The foliage is small, ovate-lanceolate, green or variegated. The flowers are white, graceful, collected in umbellate inflorescences, forming all year round.

Hoya imperial (imperialis)

N. imperialis is a climbing liana with pubescent shoots and flower petioles. The foliage is leathery, smooth, oval in shape, with pointed tops. The flowers are large in size, dark red in color, with a slight greenish tinge and a pleasant and delicate, sweet aroma. Flowering occurs in the first half of summer.

Hoya Locky

A very attractive and popular in our country, an ornamental perennial bushy plant. With proper and regular care, such the variety is able to delight its owner all year round with numerous snow-white flowers with a very characteristic mother-of-pearl sheen.

Hoya Kerry

Liana-like perennial with highly decorative cordate, fleshy foliage and rather long lashes. Flowers have different color shades, from pale pink to yellowish and lemon tones.

Hoya south

The variety is very popular with amateur flower growers. and has ligneous long shoots with rounded, shiny, leathery leaves. Flowers with white, shiny, slightly pubescent petals are collected in raspberry-colored umbellate inflorescences with a pleasant aroma.

Hoya Thompson

The foliage is oval, with velvety pubescence, grayish-green color and silvery spots. The flowers are quite large, snow-white in color, with a reddish-yellow center and star-shaped pointed petals. The flowers exude a delicate jasmine scent and bloom in late autumn and winter.

Hoya linear (linearis)

Indoor highly decorative and relatively unpretentious perennial plant with light green and pubescent leaves and pale pink or white flowers, collected in very attractive umbellate inflorescences.

Hoya compacta

The miniature species is represented by many cultivars, but N. with. Gained particular popularity. cvRégalis with bicolor leaves, H. with cvLuraLei or MaunaLoa with a yellow central part of the leaves, and H. c. cv Marginalis. The variety forms inflorescences in the form of spherical umbrellas with a characteristic pale pink coloration.

Hoya care at home

Lighting, temperature, humidity

At the stage of active growth and rapid development, the plant will need to provide an optimal temperature regime within 17-25 ° C. In winter, it is enough to keep the room temperature at the level of 14-15 ° C.

Wax ivy needs sufficient natural light, but it is often very difficult to tolerate exposure to direct sunlight in summer. Good growth is observed when grown as an ampel plant on the walls of rooms in the southern direction. Indoor humidity levels don't matter much, but the culture is responsive to systematic spraying with water at room temperature.

How to propagate hoya (video)

Soil and flower pot

A semi-epiphytic plant needs a fairly loose, permeable soil. Simple universal soils purchased from a flower shop are not suitable for growing wax ivy.

It is also allowed to independently prepare a nutritious planting substrate based on soil for growing cacti and succulents, perlite or vermiculite, crushed sphagnum moss, pine bark and crushed coconut tablets, with the addition of a small amount of charcoal.

The flower pot must have good drainage holes.... A flowerpot that is too large, tall or bulky is not suitable for wax ivy. However, each time it is required to purchase a new pot for transplanting, at the bottom of which it is imperative to pour a good drainage layer.

Wax ivy bloom

To achieve the fastest and most abundant, long-lasting flowering, wax ivy needs to be planted in a small flowerpot. Subject to the temperature regime, optimal humidity and proper care, an ornamental perennial plant blooms in summer and autumn. Also repeated, lush bloom can be observed throughout the year.

Watering a houseplant

In the spring and summer period, indoor hoya needs to be watered abundantly enough, but strong waterlogging should not be allowed. When carrying out irrigation measures during flowering, it is required to ensure that drops of water do not fall on the flowers. For watering, you need to use only well-settled and heated to room temperature water.

Top dressing

Starting in early spring and throughout the entire active growing season, it is recommended to feed wax ivy a couple of times a month. For this purpose, it is desirable to use conventional fertilizers intended for feeding any flowering indoor plants. Fertilizers are applied to moist soil, which should be carefully loosened after such an event. No fertilization is required in winter.

Wax tree propagation methods

Indoor wax tree propagates in several ways. You can independently grow a decorative perennial from seeds or by cuttings. The second option is the most popular in indoor floriculture.

Propagation by cuttings

Cuttings should be short enough, no more than 10 cm long. Cuttings can be rooted in water or soil, indoors at an air temperature of at least 22 ° C. The rooted cutting should be regularly sprayed with standing water from a spray bottle.

How to propagate a hoya leaf

The petioles at the base of the leaf, as a rule, contain a certain amount of roots, which is why many amateur flower growers prefer this method of propagation. The cut leaves with petioles are placed in a nutritious soil substrate, but it is recommended to preliminarily process the cut site in water with the addition of phytohormones or root formation stimulants.

About the propagation of wax ivy by seeds

Fresh seed can be used to propagate indoor ornamental perennials. To this end the seeds need to be dried a little, and then sow in a nutritious soil substrate based on flower soil and sphagnum moss. After about two or three months, the seedlings can be transplanted into separate planting containers.

On superstition: is it possible to keep wax ivy at home

Only a few varieties of wax ivy are well adapted to growing in home floriculture, and the most famous among them is the fleshy Hoya. Nevertheless, many growers are very wary of cultivating such a beautiful flowering perennial in indoor conditions, which is due to a large number of superstitions.

It is generally accepted that wax ivy brings misfortune. According to flower growers, such a flower is able to drive men out of the house, and also deprives them of financial well-being. Nevertheless, many owners of such a flower believe that it helps to pacify envy and is a plant that protects family happiness. As many years of practice show, the only and real obstacle to growing a wax tree at home is the presence of a strong allergy to pollen.

How to make hoya bloom

If the indoor ornamental plant does not bloom, then you should, first of all, pay attention to compliance with all growing conditions. The lack of flowering can be the result of getting enough sunlight. You cannot install the flower pot far from the window or make any design fences for the indoor flower in the path of illumination.

Important to remember, that wax ivy does not have a dormant period as such, therefore, a timely increase in the duration of daylight hours with the help of special lamps helps the full-fledged plant to develop and bloom. Also, important factors affecting the flowering of a plant are the size of the flower pot, the type and mode of irrigation measures, wintering conditions, soil characteristics and the frequency of fertilizing, as well as the age of the ornamental plant.

Features of growing hoya (video)

Diseases and pests of wax ivy

As a result of improper care, characteristic spots very often appear on the foliage of a decorative perennial. The reason for this phenomenon most often lies in insufficient or excessive lighting. With excessive irrigation measures or improper feeding, the leaves of the plant often wrinkle, and the root system also quickly rots.

Diseases on the wax tree are extremely rare, with the exception of powdery mildew. In any case, compliance with the rules of care is the most effective way of prevention, allowing you to keep your indoor pet healthy.

This amazing flower is distinguished by fragrant buds, reminiscent of the exquisite porcelain crafts that decorate the home interior. In addition, the varieties of hoya are amazing, since each of them has its own uniqueness. According to some information, there are more than three hundred of its names by scientists in nature.

This exotic plant belongs to the Lastovnevye family. In its natural environment, it is found in India, China, Myanmar (formerly Burma). It gracefully wraps around the trunks of majestic trees. It spreads in a soft blanket on rocky slopes and edges of humid forests. A truly delightful plant!

The flower owes its name to the famous gardener who was engaged in the research and selection of exotic plants - T. Hoyu. In Europe, the plant is mainly cultivated as an indoor flower of extraordinary beauty. The wax liana is rightfully called a majestic guest from the distant tropics, who conquered the hearts of color lovers. Consider the varieties of hoya, photos and plant names in order to choose the right option for ourselves.

Wax ivy was first recorded in 1810 by the British biologist R. Brown. He gave the name to this exotic plant, which is relevant to this day.

Fragrant surrounded by flowers

Of course, everyone likes to be surrounded by virgin nature. Unfortunately, city dwellers do not always succeed in this. Therefore, they try to create an oasis of beauty in their living space. It is a great idea to consider the varieties of hoya to appreciate the magnificence of this indoor flower.

"Kerry"

To create an interior in a living space, you can use a variety of indoor plants. The ideal option is the exotic Hoya Kerry flower. The plant was first discovered in 1911 in the northern regions of Thailand by American professor A. Kerry. This cute species of ivy was named after him.

The main feature of the flower is the heart-shaped fleshy leaves, huge up to 15 cm in length and width. For such an unusual charm, they began to call him "Valentine". In addition to exotic leaf plates, the plant throws out buds in an umbrella inflorescence, which come in the following shades:

  • citric;
  • yellowish;
  • pink;
  • white with a subtle shade of yellow.

Each group contains about 20 buds, exuding a pleasant aroma. When nectar appears on the flowers, the petals turn dark. It can be red-brown or deep pink. Its graceful drooping shoots, adorned with porcelain buds and succulent foliage, make the residential abode an enchanting oasis of comfort.

The observations of botanists show that it does not have the last effect on the color of the buds. The larger it is, the richer the petals of the flower.

To date, biologists know the following varieties of hoya of this variety:


Each subspecies is characterized by dense, fleshy leaves. Coloring of buds can be:

  • white;
  • pink;
  • red;
  • yellow.

Adult specimens release nectar droplets that exude a persistent caramel flavor.

"Lovely"

The flower belongs to ampelous plants. It was brought to Europe from India, although it is also found in other tropical countries. The hoya shown in the photo is Beautiful, grows successfully in room conditions, where the humidity level often changes. It is a compact shrub with climbing shoots covered with many thickened ovoid leaves.

In summer, inflorescences appear on the plant in the form of a glamorous umbrella, covered with many snow-white buds. The center of each is decorated with a crown of wax, consisting of five purple-red lobes.

This type of hoya exudes a subtle aroma, so it is placed in any part of the living space.

Many gardeners like to grow subspecies of this wax vine:


The flower throws out buds at the tips of the climbing shoots. Therefore, it is advisable to plant it in special pots for climbing plants.

"Lacunose"

An artsy variety of ampelous flower for interior decoration - Hoya Lacunosa. Its dark green foliage grows up to 5 cm in length, despite the fact that the edges of the plate are slightly curled. Young flowing stems are colored reddish brown. It is on them that peduncles appear.

Umbrella-shaped inflorescences consist of many buds (the average number is 20 pieces). They are located on a fleecy base with a purple splash.
The oval crown is most often white, although it is also found with a creamy shade.

Hoya Lacunosa exudes two distinct scents. During the day it smells like cloves, at night - spicy incense.

Biologists classify several subspecies of such ivy:


A wax liana of this type blooms for about a week, filling the room with an intoxicating exotic aroma.

"Meaty"

A particularly popular species among lovers of exotic plants is the Myasistaya hoya. In nature, it is found on the territory of such countries:

  • India;
  • China;
  • Japan;
  • Vietnam;
  • Malaysia.

Despite this, the flower takes root successfully in countries with cold climates, only as a houseplant. Even in such conditions, it reaches a length of about 6 m. Therefore, a support is made for it in the form of a ring, so that thin shoots twine around it.

Biologists note other varieties of hoya, photos of which are proof of the popularity of this flower. Here is some of them:

"Tricolor"

The flower has original leaf plates. At first, they are colored red, and over time they acquire a yellow tint. The green edging remains unchanged throughout the life of the plant.

"Variegata"

Hoya "Karnosa Variegata" is shown in its best form in the photo. Its “stylish” pink buds with snow-white edging attract the special attention of succulent fans.

"Exotica"

In such a vine, the middle part of the leaf plate is usually yellow. If you look closely, you can see how it fades into green edging.

"Crimson Queen"

The zest of the variety is the buds. They are colored deep pink. And their edging is pale pink, which gives the flower an unprecedented tenderness.

"Gorgeous"

This species is also called - "Hoya Imperialis" or "Majestic". In nature, it grows on the territory of the picturesque island of Malacca in the form of a climbing bush. Its graceful shoots are slightly pubescent. On the sides are oblong oval leaves with pointed tips. In length they reach - 20 cm. Their surface is smooth, which gives them a pretentious uniqueness.

During the period of lush flowering, spherical umbrellas, consisting of 10 buds, hang from the climbing shoots. Each of them is characterized by the following features:

  • length - 20 cm;
  • outer color - yellow-green;
  • inner - dark red;
  • pubescent crown - in the form of a five-pointed star.

Hoya the Magnificent exudes a pleasant fruity aroma, so it is advisable to grow it in a well-ventilated area.

Depending on the coloring of the buds, scientists distinguish between many subspecies of such wax ivy:


The plant grows wonderfully at high air temperatures. Therefore, it is important to ensure that it does not drop below 20 degrees.

Original varieties of hoya for home exotic

As practice shows, the wax liana has become one of the most attractive succulents of our time. This porcelain miracle is appreciated for its unpretentious care, exquisite beauty and delicate aroma. The sheer number of varieties of hoya is amazing, but some of them are truly magnificent. Consider varieties that are distinguished by their uniqueness and originality, in order to become its loyal fans forever.

"Kalimantan"

This cute waxy original leaves:

  • size - medium;
  • shape - oval;
  • the tips are pointed;
  • the surface is a contrasting pattern of blue veins.

Hoya buds "Kalimantan" are ruby ​​colored. When fully expanded, they give off a scent reminiscent of bergamot. Such a plant grows wonderfully in a cramped container and loves a lot of light.

"Locke"

In its natural environment, the flower grows about 25 m above the ground. Hoya Locky is carefully protected by the law of Vietnam from destruction, since there are about 50 such wax ivies in the wild. Despite this, the flower is grown at home. Its uniqueness is that throughout the whole year it is strewn with pearl white buds with a chocolate aroma.

"Lasianta"

This cute flower loves shaded areas. Unsurprisingly, growing it indoors is a pleasure. Hoya "Lazianta" has pointed leaf plates covered with gray blotches. On the pubescent corolla, bright yellow flowers are formed, exuding a tart fruity aroma of exotic fruits.

In order for the hoya to bloom all year round, it is advisable to maintain the moisture in the container and the looseness of the soil.

"Globulose"

In nature, this type of ivy is found in the virgin forests of India and China. It grows mainly on the trunks and large branches of trees. Therefore, indoor hoya Globulosa needs an artificial support made of wooden rods.

The plant has large inflorescences, consisting of many pale yellow buds. A distinctive feature of the flower is the pubescent curly stems. Over time, the villi fall off, and the shoots become lignified.

The flower should be grown in a cool room with a high level of humidity.

Fitchy

Ampelous plant of amazing beauty will appeal to many flower growers. It has emerald-colored leaves covered with an elegant sinewy net. Unlike its congeners, the Fitchi hoya plate is not covered with villi, therefore it has a glossy surface.

The color of the buds depends on the intensity of the light flux. She may be:

  • bright pink;
  • cream;
  • pale pink.

The crown of the flower is always pinkish-white. In the inflorescence, there are about 25 "porcelain" buds. The plant prefers high humidity, therefore it needs frequent watering. The room temperature should not be less than 18 degrees.

"Nicholson"

An epiphytic plant hanging from the rocks, it is distinguished by bare shoots with bright green foliage. In abundant light, they take on a crimson or reddish hue. Hoya "Nicholson" is characterized by fleshy oval foliage. The tips of the plate are pointed, which gives it an original look.

Umbrella inflorescences have up to 40 buds of such colors:

  • light yellow;
  • pink;
  • cream;
  • green;
  • red.

The petals of non-pubescent buds are only 7 mm long. Their edges are slightly curled in the opposite direction. The crown is painted in snow-white color. A truly stately porcelain flower. It is quite possible to grow such beauty, since hoya is an unpretentious plant.

Hoi collection in home garden - video

This inhabitant of the tropical forests of Thailand and Malaysia was first described in 1883. The name caudata, which translates as "tailed", was derived from the long anther appendages sticking out in the center of the crown.

Dense ovoid leaves with a heart-shaped base often have spots of various colors: pink to dark green. With age, the lower part acquires a red tint, and the upper part with frequent silver specks. Long curly stems also change color.

Caudata flowers are white-red, very small and odorless.

Bloom for a week. Growing requires high humidity, temperatures above 20 degrees and bright diffused light. Not demanding on the soil.

Sort Caudata silver splash (Caudata silver splash)

This tailed beauty, unlike the rest of its species, is sensitive to watering. Her the root system rots at the slightest excess of moisture therefore drying the soil between waterings and a good drainage layer are a must.

The plant is not sprayed, but wiped with a damp sponge.

In the summer, not only the lower, but also the upper side of its leaves turns red. Leafy cuttings are dense to the touch and covered with a dense downy, which thinns with age. It takes root easily, but you need to wait several weeks before sprouting.

David Cummingii

This rare species is named after Australian collector David Cumming, who first noticed and described the plant in the sparsely populated area of ​​the Philippines. It features unique salmon pink flowers with a bright yellow center and a delicious caramel smell in the evening. Leaves are lanceolate with subtle veins. It requires a lot of light and heat, and withers quickly if there is not enough water.

Calistophylla

Hoya calistophyll has 18-20 flowers in an umbrella, but it is not this that attracts attention, but an unpleasant pungent smell that accompanies flowering. But, despite this, the plant is attractive in appearance: with wide, decorated with dark green veins, leaves and milky yellow flowers on a thin stem. Artificial lighting in winter is beneficial and accelerates growth.

Imperialis

One of the largest and most beautiful types of curly hoya. Lives on the Malacca Peninsula. Its flowers, similar to dark red stars with a dazzling white center, begin to exude a strong pleasant aroma at dusk.

Does not tolerate soil moisture and low temperatures.

When growing, you need to provide a lot of light. In winter, artificial lighting is indispensable. Experienced flower growers advise once a month to rinse Imperialis under a warm shower and transplant the plant into soil with the addition of lime. The first flowers appear in the second year after rooting.... Heavy stems are supported in the form of a lattice or arc.

Lockii

In nature, it grows at a height of 20-25 meters above the ground, in open sunny places. It is endemic to Vietnam: the only colony growing in the wild, consists of 50 plants and is carefully protected from destruction. With good home care, it is capable of delighting all year round with white flowers with a pearl-pearl shade. The smell of flowers is similar to the smell of chocolate, intensifies towards night.

Shepherdii

The homeland of Sheperdi is the Himalayan heights. It blooms profusely both in the light and in the shade... The corolla of the flower is pubescent, the petals are pale pink, the crown is purple. The leaves are very narrow and long, boat-shaped with a bright green vein in the middle. On hot summer days, shade from direct sunlight is necessary. In winter, the indoor temperature drops to 16 degrees, watering is reduced to 1 time per week.

Balanceis (Balaensis)

Curly epiphyte with broadly oval leathery leaves and thin reddish-brown lashes. A flower umbrella can contain up to 50 flowers. Corollas are creamy white, with a velvety inner surface of the petals and a sugary sweet aroma. In intense light, pink or silvery blotches appear on the leaves. Requires daily spraying with warm water.

Lasiantha

Grows in shaded places with a bush, has pointed leaves with gray markings and a pubescent corolla. The flowers are bright yellow with a tart, faint aroma of tropical fruits. Any beginner can handle the cultivation of this species. If you maintain a constant looseness and moisture of the soil, laziana can bloom all year round.

Undulata

In the hollow internodes of this plant, ants, ticks, wasps and other arthropods equip their dwellings. Wavy leaves of a dark green color with purple and gray blotches grow in the form of clusters. Turns purple under bright light.

Since this hoya is accustomed to the shady damp forest, special conditions must be created for cultivation. Rooted by freshly cut cuttings. Flowering period 2-3 days, the buds are creamy pink inside with purple-red dots.

Archboldiana

First exported from the islands of New Guinea in 1933. The most thermophilic hoya, prefers temperatures above 30 degrees and abundant frequent watering. It blooms 2-3 years after rooting. There are three color options for the buds: lilac, pink and red. Propagated by cuttings in a waterproof substrate or water.

Byakensis

The leaves are oblong with a bright streak; in the summer months, a red border appears on them. Flowers are odorless, their number on the peduncle does not exceed 30 pieces. The petals are pale yellow, oily, translucent. With good care, flowering can be expected at any time of the year.

Gives off a milky sweet juice.

It is grown both ampelno and on a support on the southern windowsill. She is tolerant of temperature extremes, loves bright light, so backlighting is necessary in autumn and winter. The soil should always be moist., and watering and spraying - daily and abundant.

Globulose (Globulosa)

In nature, it grows in the wild forests of India and China. Large-leaved curly hoya that grows only on a support. Flower umbrellas are large, globular, with pale yellow flowers. The stem is covered with thin hairs that fall off with age, and the stem itself becomes lignified. Grown in cool and high humidity and air.

Sunrise

Crossing two specimens, lacunosa and obscura, produced this fast flowering and unpretentious plant, with smooth narrow leaves and fragrant flowers. For the ability to change the saturation of the petals (from pale pink to hot pink), depending on the intensity of illumination, and received this name, translated as "sunrise".

Tsangi

It is distinguished by succulent, diamond-shaped, elliptical leaves and a leaf plate curved in the opposite direction. Honey-colored flowers with madder in the middle, smells strongly of honey... Grown in a cool room in the shade.

Pachyclada

It has juicy, strong lashes and round dense small leaves, slightly pubescent with hairs. The corolla of the flower is velvety, the blades are turned back, beige. The crown is milky or snow-white, with crimson and pinkish spots.

In the spring, the bloom spreads the aroma of burnt caramel, attracting ants. The soil for cultivation must be stocked with a saturated aluminum and nitrogen, with a low content of alkali and silica. Weak watering tolerates midday heat and prolonged drought well.

Serpens

Creeping dense stems are similar to snakes crawling along the branches; over time, they cover the trees with a dense solid carpet. The hairs growing densely on the leaves create an iridescent effect. The flowers are white, with a greenish tint, very fragrant and almost always larger than the leaves, but rarely bloom in a house plant.

Does not tolerate stuffiness and dry air.

It is best to grow in a cool room or terrarium, in a flat container with breathable soil, and spray frequently.

Campanulata

The originality of this hoya is in the bell flowers with a pronounced lemon scent. Colors - white, milky, yellow of all shades. The inflorescences are like opened parachutes and collected in dense umbrellas. The height of the shrub is 60-70 centimeters.

This capricious visitor to the rainforest requires special care. Basically, it consists of maintaining a temperature of 20-25 degrees and shading. The pot should be small, with a ladder-support on which the hoya will lean as it grows.

Villosa

It grows on the territory of Cambozhdi, Siam and Laos. Leaves are rectangular-elliptical, wavy along the edge, 8-11 centimeters long and 3-4 centimeters wide, with convex veins. This species has the fluffiest leaves of all.... The stem is thin, woody with age. Propagated by cuttings in water using a root stimulant. Watering is neat, moderate, until the earthen coma is completely dry.

Kalimanta

Growth form - liana. Leaves are medium in size, oval, pointed. On the surface there is a contrasting pattern of dark blue veins. The flowers are ruby ​​in color with yellow stripes, the scent is similar to that of bergamot. It grows most willingly in a cramped pot with enough light. Loves thorough drying of the substrate and fertilizing with fertilizer with phosphorus.

Monettea

In this curly epiphyte, the milky sap has a viscous and transparent consistency, unlike the juice of the rest of the hoi. The lashes are fleshy and strong. Leaves are oval, 15 centimeters wide and 20 centimeters long, with a sharp tip and a smoothed base, gray-green, thick and velvety pubescent, and the pubescence is more pronounced on the underside than on the upper.

Flat white flowers are odorless, open in a large hemispherical umbrella, flowering time - 10-15 days. Low germination rate in captivity.

Fitchii

With remarkable emerald green, medium-sized leaves. They are smooth, glossy, without pubescence. The color of flowers is changeable and depends on the intensity of the light. It ranges from pale cream with pinkish undertones to hot pink. The umbrella reveals 15 - 25 "wax" flowers.

The petals of the crown are bent back. The inner crown is pink with a darker convex center. This species needs a moist and warm content. A drop in temperature below 18 degrees threatens the death of the plant.

Watering should be abundant, but water stagnation in the soil should not be allowed. It is advisable to bathe the plant more often under a warm shower.

When artificial lighting is used, a beautiful mesh of dark blue veins is clearly drawn on the glossy surface of the leaves. This specimen is the slowest growing hoya species..

Buotii

Distribution area - Philippines. The first description dates back to 2002. A plant with a thin, curly stem, covered with tough dark warts. The flower petals have a smooth middle and fur on the edges, the buds themselves are painted in a pale yellow color with a scarlet inner crown. Their delicate fragrance is reminiscent of vanilla. Flowering lasts 10-12 days.

The length of the leaves is 10 cm, the width is 4. They have a succulent structure, with a pronounced vein in the center and sharp tips, thin, elliptical in shape. Hoya buoti is unpretentious and takes root quickly. He loves warmth and feels good in the sun. In winter, it requires artificial lighting with fluorescent lamps for 14-16 hours. Not afraid of high air humidity... Reproduction is carried out by cuttings in sphagnum or water.

Conclusion

Plants not only decorate the home and create comfort in it. It is believed that each of them carries energy that can have an impact on human life. It is the hoya that is called a plant for the family, which helps to establish harmony and bring peace to the fate of its owner. Add one more to your home garden and check - are the old signs really working?

Distribution: Vietnam (Quang Binh, Quang Tri and Thua Thien - Hue provinces).

Found in central Vietnam (Thua Thien - Hue Province, Luoi District, Huong Nguyen Municipality, on an old broadleaf evergreen tree in a mixed forest, 1,000 m above sea level). Usually grows in sunny parts of the forest canopy at a height of 10 - 20 m above the ground and higher.

Named after Vietnamese botanist Professor Phan Ke Loc.

The leaf blade is leathery, oval or narrowly obovate, dark green above, light green below, old leaves sometimes with dirty purple markings, 7.5 - 13.5 cm long, 2.5 - 5 cm wide, wedge-shaped at the base, with a main vein, better visible on the lower surface, with 6 - 9 pairs of lateral veins. The tip of the leaf is pointed, slightly wavy edge.

In a flower umbrella, usually 8 - 25 individual flowers open. Corolla lobes are fleshy, white, pearly iridescent, with sparse pink markings on the outside, approximately 2 cm in diameter. Crown 5 - 7 mm high, 9 - 11 mm in diameter, glossy white. The flowers are almost odorless during the daytime and very fragrant in the evening. They give off a strong chocolate flavor at night.

Most likely, it is endemic to Vietnam. The only place known today as its natural habitat is deteriorating due to deforestation, road construction and other human activities. The variety is apparently very rare and known only as one colony of fewer than 50 mature specimens. Therefore, there is a proposal that should be considered as a critically endangered species (CR) according to the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria (IUCN, 2010, version 8.1).

Morphologically resembles Hoya multiflora which also grows in Vietnam. Both species are similar in the presence of straight, non-twisting stems, and are similar in venation, leaf shape and size.

However, it clearly differs from Hoya multiflora the fact that it is pubescent in all parts of the plant except for the leaf blade and the crown of the flower, as well as the presence of pearly white corolla petals.