Hoya rosarioae D9

Hoya rosarioae is a species from the Philippines, published in 2015 by Kloppenburg and Siar. The type was collected in 2007 by Simeona V. Siar in Catanduanes; the name honors Marylin Rosario. It has a compact growth habit, glossy foliage, and umbels in shades of pink, yellow, and orange. The flowers are fragrant, with a scent horticulturally described as rose-like. Blooming depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions.

Foliage and growth. The leaves are oblong, glossy, and dark green. Some leaves naturally display characteristic coloration; this is not variegation. The growth habit is compact, making it suitable for a hanging pot or a short support.

Flowers and fragrance. The star-shaped flowers grow in umbels and come in shades of pink, yellow, and orange. They are fragrant, with a scent horticulturally described as rose-like. Blooming depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions.

Botanical identity and origin. Hoya rosarioae Kloppenb. & Siar is an accepted botanical name, published in 2015. The species is native to the Philippines. It was collected by Simeona V. Siar; Marylin Rosario is the person after whom the name was given, not the collector. In horticulture, it is closely related to Hoya obscura, but has smaller flowers and longer peduncles.

Approx. 15 cm tall, including the pot. The decorative pot is not included in the price.

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.