Hoya rundumensis 'Splash'

Hoya rundumensis 'Splash' is a cultivar with sharp, thick foliage and a silver splash pattern on a green leaf blade. The intensity and distribution of the spots vary from one leaf to another. The species is native to Borneo, where it grows as an epiphytic or lithophytic vine. Under good growing conditions, fragrant umbels appear, described as heavy nectar producers. Flowering depends on the plant's maturity and growing conditions.

Foliage and growth. The leaves are opposite, rigid, thick, and sharply pointed. The green leaf blade bears irregular silver spots and areas; there is no cream-white margin or center. The petioles are robust. The stems are flexible, with adventitious roots at the nodes. The growth habit is climbing. The splash pattern varies on new shoots and between specimens.

Flowers and fragrance. The flowers are fragrant and produce large amounts of nectar. The color and intensity of the fragrance may vary depending on growing conditions. Flowering depends on the plant's maturity and growing conditions.

Identity. The accepted botanical name is Hoya rundumensis (T.Green) Rodda & Simonsson, published in 2013. The basionym is Hoya plicata subsp. rundumensis T.Green. The species is native to Sabah and Sarawak. The eponym refers to the Rundum area of Sabah. 'Splash' is a batch label referring to the silver pattern.

Specimens may have leaves with defects caused by handling or international transport. Each pot contains 1 rooted cutting with 1–3 leaves.

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, fertilizing, propagation, and flowering, read the complete Hoya care guide.