Hoya Retusa is a charming epiphytic vine native to India and the eastern Himalayas, recognized for its slender, grass-like leaves that form cascading tufts. Unlike typical succulent Hoyas, it has a delicate, airy growth pattern making it perfect for hanging pots, moss mounts, or terrarium-style setups. Its compact, trailing habit adds a unique, textured dimension to any plant collection.
🌸 Flower Details
Produces individual star-shaped blooms, creamy white in colour with bold red or maroon coronas, roughly 5–8 mm across.
Each peduncle often bears just one flower, sometimes two, offering a subtle and elegant bloom display.
Flowers are lightly fragrant, particularly in the evening, often emitting a jasmine-like scent.
Mature plants tend to rebloom from the same peduncles, giving repeat floral interest over time.
🌞 Care Instructions
| Care Aspect | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Light | Bright, indirect light; tolerates morning or late-afternoon sun, but avoid intense midday rays. |
| Water | Water when the top few centimetres of the mix are dry; more frequent watering may be needed due to fine foliage. |
| Soil | Use a loose, well-draining epiphytic mix (orchid bark + perlite + coco coir or sphagnum). |
| Humidity | Prefers 50–80% humidity; regular misting or humidity tray helps maintain moisture. |
| Temperature | Thrives between 15–28 °C (59–82 °F); can handle cool nights but avoid frost. |
| Bloom Care | Leave old peduncles intact—they often rebloom on the same stem. |
💚 Why You’ll Love It
Elegant, grass-like foliage creates soft, cascading textures.
Charming star blooms with unique red-centred contrast.
Compact and easy-to-grow, ideal for small spaces and mounting.
Adds an air of visual delicacy and movement to any collection.
📦 Shipping Info
Plants ship bare-root only, carefully packaged to protect fine foliage and ensure healthy arrival.
🛒 At Orange’s Home
Each Hoya Retusa is grown to develop strong root systems and healthy foliage before shipping. Stocks are limited—reach out to reserve one or request current photos and bloom information.