Hoya inflata – yellow fragrant flowers like waxy bells

Hoya inflata is a species from Papua New Guinea, recognized by its swollen, bell-shaped yellow flowers. The foliage is dark green, glossy, slightly elongated, with thick leaf blades. Its growth habit is that of a vine. It was first published as Madangia inflata, then moved to the genus Hoya. The name inflata describes the swollen corolla, not guaranteed flowering. The flowers are fragrant. Flowering depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions.

Foliage. The leaves are opposite, thick, glossy, elliptically elongated, and deep green. The leaf blade may have small depressions between the veins. This is a young imported batch; one variant is sold with 1–2 leaves. Mature plants have a vining habit and can be trained on a support or left to trail. We do not promise rapid growth.

Flowers and fragrance. The flowers are pale yellow or cream, waxy, swollen like small bells, and grouped in pendulous umbels. The interior may be lighter, with a yellow corona. They are fragrant; one horticultural source describes them as having a gentle herbal note. We do not present this note as the only possible fragrance. Flowering is not guaranteed. Flowering depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions.

Identity. The accepted name is Hoya inflata (P.I.Forst., Liddle & I.M.Liddle) L.Wanntorp & P.I.Forst., published in 2007. The basionym is Madangia inflata, 1997. The species is native to New Guinea. The commercial title retains the reference to the fragrant yellow flowers. The title will not be changed.

The ceramic pot is not included in the price. Plants may also have leaves with imperfections.

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.