Hoya mindorensis 'Purple Star' (Poring Sabah IML 1777 H67)

Hoya mindorensis 'Purple Star' retains the commercial name Purple Star and the collection numbers Poring Sabah, IML 1777, and H67 on the label. The species Hoya mindorensis is accepted; its native range is the Philippines and Borneo. Purple Star and IML 1777 are horticultural labels, not botanical ranks. The species’ foliage is glossy and elliptical, with visible veins, and may develop coloration in bright light. In this lot, a dense, pubescent umbel of burgundy flowers with a cream corona. Flowering depends on plant maturity and growing conditions.

Foliage and growth. The species’ leaves are elliptical or oblanceolate, glossy, and prominently veined. In intense light, the leaf blade may redden along the margins or on the upper surface; this coloration is not variegation. The growth habit is that of an epiphytic vine, compact at first and then climbing. In this lot, the inflorescence is featured, not the entire growth habit.

Flowers and fragrance. The umbel is spherical, with star-shaped, burgundy-purple flowers covered in translucent white hairs and a creamy yellow corona. Within the mindorensis complex, the color varies from yellow and salmon to red and burgundy. For the Purple Star selection, we do not have a verified fragrance note; in the species, reports range from faintly fragrant to almost scentless. Flowering depends on plant maturity and growing conditions.

Botanical identity and origin. The accepted name is Hoya mindorensis Schltr. The title retains Purple Star, Poring Sabah, IML 1777, and H67 as lot labels. IML 1777 is a collection number; it also appears on superba material in collections. H67 is an internal lot code.

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.