Latin name: Hoya carnosa cultivar ‘Wilbur Graves Splash’
Common name: Hoya Wilbur Graves Splash 🍃
A striking cultivar of Hoya carnosa, distinguished by its dark green leaves generously marked with silver “splash” patterns. Native to tropical Asia, this vining plant is highly decorative and prized among collectors for its bold, speckled foliage that glimmers in the light.
FLOWER DETAILS
This variety produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in soft pink to creamy white, accented with a red center. The blooms have a waxy finish and emit a light, pleasant fragrance, contrasting beautifully with the speckled leaves.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light; morning sun enhances silver markings.
💧 Water: Allow soil to dry 2–3 cm deep before watering.
🌡️ Humidity: Best in 60–80% humidity.
🪴 Soil: Well-draining mix with orchid bark, perlite, and peat.
🏺 Potting: Repot every 2–3 years; thrives in hanging baskets.
🌱 Growth rate: Moderate; extends 15–20 cm every 6 months in ideal care.
🐾 Pet friendly: No, mildly toxic if ingested.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT?
Excellent for hanging displays or bright office corners.
Splash variegation creates a bold, eye-catching texture.
A unique statement plant for any collector’s shelf.
AT ORANGE’S HOME
At Orange’s Home, this Hoya is adored for its playful splash patterns, which look like little brushstrokes of silver on each leaf. It adds energy and character to our plant walls, always sparking conversation with visitors.