Hoya erythrina D9

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 tones in bright light; coloration varies. The growth habit is climbing, with shoots that elongate before filling out with leaves. The flowers are yellow and finely pubescent. In the Secret Garden batch description, the flowers have a lemon fragrance; perception varies.

Foliage and growth. The leaves are elongated and firm, with slightly wavy margins and prominent veins.

Flowers and fragrance. The flowers appear in pendent umbels. Cultivated forms are described as having yellow, finely hairy flowers; in the literature, the color may vary from white and yellowish to pink. The gallery shows yellow, fluffy umbels. In the Secret Garden batch description, the flowers are fragrant, with a lemon note. Other horticultural reports note an absence of fragrance. Perception varies. We do not promise continuous flowering after the first cycle. 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 defects caused by handling or international transport.

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.