Hoya fitchii D6

Hoya fitchii is a species native to the Philippines, published in 2009 by Kloppenburg. Its foliage has visible venation and may develop coloration in bright light; these colorations are not variegation. The star-shaped flowers range from yellow and coral to pink, depending on growing conditions, and are fragrant. The name is dedicated to photographer Charles Marden Fitch. Its flowers are among the most decorative.

Foliage and growth. The leaves are ovate or elliptic, with prominent venation, often lighter against a green background. In bright light, the foliage may develop growing-related coloration. This is not variegation and does not make it a splash cultivar. The lot photographs show a young specimen, with new shoots that are still short. Shoot length varies from one specimen to another.

Flowers and fragrance. The star-shaped flowers are borne in compact umbels. The gallery shows a coral-pink umbel with a darker corona. The color varies from yellow to coral and pink, depending on growing conditions. The flowers are fragrant. Flowering depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions.

Identity. Hoya fitchii Kloppenb. is an accepted botanical name, published in 2009. The species is native to the Philippines. The name is dedicated to photographer Charles Marden Fitch. The type is cultivated material; we do not claim a field discovery. The common name wax flower refers to the genus and does not uniquely identify this species.

The ceramic pot is not included in the price.

Potting mix: use an airy, well-draining mix suitable for epiphytic species. We recommend the professional potting mix for Hoya and Anthurium - SG Mix.

For complete recommendations on light, watering, potting mix, fertilization, propagation, and flowering, read the complete Hoya care guide.