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Hoya Pubicalyx

Hoya pubicalyx

Other known names: Wax vine

A vigorous Hoya with splash-marked leaves and fragrant starry flowers.

Starter guide. This bundled guide provides practical starting information while its full source and review record is being prepared.

LightBright filtered lightWaterAs roots or the airy medium approach drynessDifficultyEasySafetyNon-toxic

Non-toxic. This is not a guarantee of safety. Avoid eating houseplants and contact a veterinarian or poison service if exposure causes symptoms.

Care

Light
Bright filtered light
Water
As roots or the airy medium approach dryness
Growing medium
Species-appropriate airy flowering mix
Feeding
Bloom or balanced feed at reduced strength
Temperature
60–82°F
Humidity
Average to high with airflow

Observe the plant and growing medium before acting. A reminder is a prompt to check, not an automatic instruction to water.

Characteristics

A vigorous Hoya with splash-marked leaves and fragrant starry flowers.

Names & botanical identity

Accepted name
Hoya pubicalyx
Plant group
Hoya
Other known names
Wax vine
Safety
Non-toxic
This is not a guarantee of safety. Avoid eating houseplants and contact a veterinarian or poison service if exposure causes symptoms.

Growth

Growth habit
Flowering tropical or epiphyte
Native range
Varies by species
Temperature
60–82°F
Humidity
Average to high with airflow
Difficulty
Easy

Propagation

Division, offsets, stem cuttings, or seed

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Problems to recognize

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History & lineage

Hoya Pubicalyx is recorded botanically as Hoya pubicalyx. Lorekeeper keeps accepted and former names connected so the guide remains findable as taxonomy changes.

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