Hoya erythrina D6

Hoya erythrina is an epiphytic or lithophytic vine native to Vietnam and the Malay Peninsula, published in 1978 by Rintz. The foliage has prominent venation and may develop reddish or bronze hues in bright light; coloration varies. It has a climbing habit. The flowers are yellow and finely pubescent. In the Secret Garden lot description, the flowers have a lemon fragrance; perception varies. The lot consists of a small potted plant.

Foliage and growth. The leaves are elongated and firm, with slightly wavy margins and prominent veins. In bright light, the tissue may develop reddish or bronze hues or pink patches; intensity depends on the clone and exposure. The shoots cling and climb; at first, they may be long and have few leaves.

Flowers and fragrance. The flowers appear in pendulous umbels. Cultivated forms are described as having yellow, finely hairy flowers; in the literature, the color may range from white and yellowish to pink. In the Secret Garden lot description, the flowers are fragrant, with a lemon note. Other horticultural reports note an absence of fragrance. Perception varies. Flowering depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions.

Identity. Hoya erythrina Rintz is an accepted botanical name, published in 1978. The species is native to Vietnam and the Malay Peninsula. It is not endemic to a single country.

Specimens may have leaves with damage caused by handling or international shipping.

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.