Hoya lineariscan be a beautiful addition to your menage , but it is also known as one of the more thought-provoking Hoyas to farm . However , you may naturalize this sensational plant with some extra care and aid .
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Hoya linearisvar.nepalensis , Hoya linearisvar.sikkimensis
In cultivation. Derivative of a photo byStefano. Licensed underCC BY-NC-SA 2.0.
family unit : ApocynaceaeSubfamily : AsclepiadoideaeTribe : MarsdenieaeGenus : Hoya
The specific epithet " linearis(lin - AIR - iss ) " mean " lie of cable , analog " and refers to the analogue leaves of this species .
Hoya linearisis native to theHimalayas . It grows as an epiphyte in evergreen timberland at elevations that range from 4,920 to 6,560 feet ( 1,500 to 2,000 m ) .
Hong Kong Park, Hong Kong. Derivative of a photo by阿橋 HQ. Licensed underCC BY-SA 2.0.
Hoya linearisis a riveting flora with slender , grayish - green stems that hang down and conduct linear , haired , unripe leaves . The stems can develop up to 5 feet ( 1.5 centimetre ) long . The leave are nearly cylindrical , deeply furrow beneath , measuring up to 2 in ( 5 centimetre ) in length and 0.2 inch ( 0.5 cm ) in diameter .
During the fall , Hoya linearisproduces lax umbel of 10 to 13 scented , asterisk - shaped blossom with a everlasting livid corolla and pink - tinge , yellowish corona . The flowers can reach up to 0.5 inches ( 1.2 cm ) in diameter . They last for two week , and long , fishgig - shaped follicle with germ with tufts of haircloth may come after if pollinated . The follicles can measure up to 2.6 inches ( 6.5 cm ) long and 0.2 inch ( 0.5 cm ) wide .
Light : Even if this industrial plant can digest lower swooning story , it may become weak and tall-growing if the luminosity is too downcast , producing fewer leaves and flowers . Therefore , hold open it indoors in bright , indirect sunlight is honest .
In cultivation. Derivative of a photo byStefano. Licensed underCC BY-NC-SA 2.0.
land : Well - draining soil that render excellent aeration and does not hold too much water system is most important for mature a healthy plant .
Temperature : Hoya linearisthrives in spicy and humid climates , so keep it away from drafty window and doorways during the colder calendar month . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones11a to 11b , with intermediate minimal winter temperature pasture from 40 to 50 ° F ( 4.4 to 10 ° speed of light ) .
Watering : As this plant is sensitive to overwatering , sop the soil thoroughly during the leaping and summertime , but allow it to dry out before watering again . Otherwise , you will increase the risk of ascendant guff , and your industrial plant will not be happy . It is relatively inactive during the fall and winter and require only temperate watering .
Berlin Botanic Garden, Berlin, Germany. Derivative of a photo byBotBln. Licensed underCC BY-SA 3.0.
Fertilizing : WhileHoya linearisis not a especially clayey feeder , it can gain from in high spirits - K fertiliser at half military posture every two weeks during the get season .
Repotting : This plant has shallow roots and does not require a deep container . It prefers to be slenderly potbound , so it does not demand frequent repotting . If it outgrows its container , it should be repot in spring .
multiplication : Although layering is the easiest path to propagateHoyalinearis , using stem cuttings is the most vulgar method . leafage thinning can be more challenging , while start the plant from seeds is the simplest but most time - consuming method acting . Take cuttings only when the plant life is actively growing , and for best effect , sow the come during bounce and summertime .
Learn more atHow to maturate and Care for Hoya .
Hoya linearisis considered non - toxic , so it is safe around nestling and pets .
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