Hoya bakoensis is a rare species first discovered by Michele Rodda in the Kerangas forests of Bako National Park in Borneo. This species produces slender, trailing vines with attractive foliage and is appreciated by collectors for its botanical origin and habitat specificity. As a Kerangas forest native, it is adapted to bright, filtered light, consistent warmth, and high humidity, performing best when grown as an epiphyte in a very airy, fast-draining substrate.
Care of Hoya bakoensis:
- Bright, indirect light.
- Trailing growth habit.
- Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
- Humidity over 65%+
Family: Apocynaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 inch pot.
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Hoya bakoensis is a rare species first discovered by Michele Rodda in the Kerangas forests of Bako National Park in Borneo. This species produces slender, trailing vines with attractive foliage and is appreciated by collectors for its botanical origin and habitat specificity. As a Kerangas forest native, it is adapted to bright, filtered light, consistent warmth, and high humidity, performing best when grown as an epiphyte in a very airy, fast-draining substrate.
Care of Hoya bakoensis:
- Bright, indirect light.
- Trailing growth habit.
- Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
- Humidity over 65%+
Family: Apocynaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 inch pot.