Latin name: Hoya lacunosa ‘Leopard Skin’
Common name: Leopard Skin Hoya 🍃
Native to Southeast Asia (Thailand–Malaysia–Indonesia), this dainty trailing epiphyte bears slim, lance-shaped leaves speckled with silvery “leopard” flecks. Compact internodes and a neat cascading habit make it perfect for shelves and hanging planters; foliage may blush slightly under brighter light.
FLOWER DETAILS
Tight umbels of small, star-shaped, waxy blooms 🌸. Fuzzy-looking, creamy-white corollas with yellow to pink centers create a porcelain glow. The fragrance is famously sweet—often likened to cinnamon or vanilla—most noticeable in the evening, lending a cozy, nostalgic mood to the room.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
☀️ Light: Bright, filtered light; a little gentle morning sun deepens color. Avoid harsh midday rays.
💧 Water: Let ~60–75% of the mix dry before a thorough soak; lighten watering in winter. Never leave standing water.
🌡️ Humidity: Prefers 50–70%; tolerates average indoor levels but flowers better with higher humidity.
🪴 Soil: Extra-airy, fast-draining mix (orchid bark + perlite + chunky coco/peat).
🏺 Potting: Keep slightly root-bound in a pot with excellent drainage; allow to trail or guide onto a small hoop/trellis. Repot every 12–18 months.
🌱 Growth rate: ~20–30 cm (8–12 in) per 6 months in bright conditions.
🐾 Pet friendly: Yes — generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT?
Silvery, “leopard-like” speckling adds quiet sparkle without overwhelming your space.
Graceful trailing stems suit shelves, windowsills, and bright office corners.
Low water needs and forgiving nature—great for busy plant parents.
Famous evening fragrance brings a warm, nostalgic vibe.
Pairs beautifully with terracotta and neutral décor for a calm, refined look.
AT ORANGE’S HOME
We love how its tiny speckled leaves spill softly over a warm clay rim, catching late-day light in a gentle shimmer. It’s soothing, compact, and wonderfully fragrant when in bloom—an easy plant to fall in love with.