Hoya pentaphlebia was named for the 5 prominent veins that are visible on both sides of the leaves. The roughly heart-shaped foliage can reach up to 6 inches long and 4.5 inched wide. They are glossy green, but develop a deep red hue when grown in bright light. it produces numerous yellow, star-shaped flowers in clusters of 20 or more.
Care:
- Bright, indirect light.
- Trailing or twining growth habit.
- Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
- Optimal humidity ~60% or more
Family: Apocynaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding:
Hoya pentaphlebia was named for the 5 prominent veins that are visible on both sides of the leaves. The roughly heart-shaped foliage can reach up to 6 inches long and 4.5 inched wide. They are glossy green, but develop a deep red hue when grown in bright light. it produces numerous yellow, star-shaped flowers in clusters of 20 or more.
Care:
- Bright, indirect light.
- Trailing or twining growth habit.
- Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
- Optimal humidity ~60% or more
Family: Apocynaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 inch pot.