Hoya Mindorensis 'Pinkish Orange' (EPC-654) - fragrant

Hoya mindorensis 'Pinkish Orange' (EPC-654) is a commercial lot of the accepted species Hoya mindorensis, an epiphytic vine native from the Philippines to northern and central Borneo, with glossy foliage and prominent veins. EPC-654 is a collection number. Pinkish Orange is the sales label for the dense, pubescent umbels with salmon-pink corollas. The flowers are fragrant. Blooming depends on the plant's maturity and growing conditions.

Foliage and growth habit. The leaves are glossy, elliptic or narrowly oval, with a prominent midrib. In intense light, the leaf blade may turn reddish; this coloration is not variegation. The growth habit is that of an epiphytic vine. The stems can be trained onto a support or left trailing. Vine length varies from one specimen to another.

Flowers and fragrance. The umbels are compact, nearly spherical, and covered with fine hairs. In this lot, the star-shaped corona is magenta-pink on a creamy-pink corolla. EPC-654 is also described as having salmon-orange tones; color varies within the mindorensis complex. This collection number should not be confused with the Red, Red Star, Yellow, Lite yellow, Pink, or Purple Star forms. The species may flower even while the plants are still young. Blooming depends on the plant's maturity and growing conditions.

Identity. The accepted botanical name is Hoya mindorensis Schltr., published in 1906. Its native range extends from the Philippines to northern and central Borneo; it is not limited to the Philippines. Pinkish Orange remains the label for the flower color. The title retains the selection Pinkish Orange (EPC-654).

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

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