Basic Information about your Hoya
Scientific name: Hoya crassipetiolata
Common names: Crassipetiolata Hoya
Plant type: Tropical perennial vine
Family: Apocynaceae
Native range: Southeast Asia (primarily Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam)
Natural habitat: Tropical forests, where it grows as a climbing or trailing epiphyte on trees
Difficulty level: Beginner friendly
Fun fact: Hoya crassipetiolata is known for its thick leaf petioles (leaf stems), which inspired its name and help support its large, glossy leaves as it climbs
How to care for your Crassipetiolata Hoya
LIGHT
It prefers bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially in the morning
WATER
Water it once a week or when its completely dry
HUMIDITY
It does well in average household humidity levels but appreciates higher humidity. Aim for 40-60% humidity.
TEMPERATURE
This plant prefers temperatures between 60-85°F
FOOD
Fertilize every month during the spring and summer.
PET FRIENDLYNESS
It is harmless to pets
Additional Tips*
This plant will benefit from a trellis since its a creeping vine.
Use a well-draining substrate, such as a mixture of coconut fiber, perlite, pine bark, and activated charcoal. This ensures good aeration and prevents excess humidity.
Use orchid bloom fertilizer to enhance the hoya blooms and make them longer-lasting.