Hoya cinnamomifolia

Hoya cinnamomifolia is the commercial name retained for an epiphytic vine with broad, dark green foliage and prominent parallel venation. The vein pattern evokes a cinnamon leaf, hence the epithet. Under good growing conditions, umbels of star-shaped flowers appear, with lime-green corollas and burgundy coronas, creating a strong contrast. Hooker published the name in 1848, based on material from Java. In current taxonomic treatment, the name is a synonym of the accepted species Hoya macrophylla.

Foliage and growth. The leaves are broad, elliptical, glossy, and dark green, with pale, parallel, slightly raised veins. The growth habit is that of a vine: the shoots twine around a support. A node may retain only one visible leaf, so foliage density develops slowly. Shoot length varies from one specimen to another.

Flowers. The flowers are star-shaped and waxy, grouped in umbels. The corolla is lime green, while the corona ranges from dark pink to burgundy. The contrast between the two areas is characteristic of the form sold under this name. The shade may vary from one season to another. Flowering depends on the plant's maturity and growing conditions.

Identity. The selling name remains Hoya cinnamomifolia. Hooker published it in 1848. The title does not change.

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.