Hoya bhutanicaGrierson & D.G.Long
kin : ApocynaceaeSubfamily : AsclepiadoideaeTribe : MarsdenieaeGenus : Hoya
The specific name " bhutanica(pronounced bu - TAN - ee - kuh ) means " belonging to or derived from Bhutan " and refers toBhutan , formally the Kingdom of Bhutan , from where this species originate .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Hoya bhutanicais native toBhutan . It grows as anepiphytein dense forests at an elevation of about 1,480 feet ( 450 K ) .
Hoya bhutanicais an extensivecreeperwith slender stem that bear fleshy , greenish leaves with seeable veins . The stems can develop up to 16.4 feet ( 5 m ) long . The parting are elliptical with a pointed baksheesh and can measure up to 6 inches ( 15 centimeter ) long and up to 1.8 column inch ( 4.5 cm ) blanket . They are impound to the stem by a thickpetioleup to 0.3 column inch ( 0.8 cm ) long .
During spring and summer , Hoya bhutanicaproduces impenetrable cluster of beautiful white flowers with a royal center . The flowers are star - shaped , highly fragrant , and can reach a diameter of 0.8 inches ( 2 cm ) . However , they only last about four days .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
igniter : Hoya bhutanicathrives indoors in bright , indirect light . It can tolerate pretty low twinkle spirit level , although it becomes weak and leggy , produces fewer leaf , and may not flower .
Soil : To ensure optimal increase , set it in well - draining grime that allow for fantabulous aeration and does not hold too much water .
Temperature : As a tropical plant life , Hoya bhutanicathrives in hot and humid climates . During the colder months , it should be kept away from drafty window and door . This flora can hold temperatures as low as 40 ° F ( 4.4 ° C).USDA Plant Hardiness Zones11a to 11b , 40 to 50 ° F ( 4.4 to 10 ° vitamin C ) .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
lachrymation : Water the industrial plant regularly in spring and summertime . Soak the soil exhaustively until the water system drains out of the drain holes , then let the grunge dry out out between waterings . The plant is relatively dormant in fall and winter and needs only moderate tearing .
Fertilizing : Hoya bhutanicais not a particularly large bird feeder but can appreciate some extra nutrients . Therefore , feed with high - potassium fertiliser at one-half strength every two weeks during the growing time of year .
repot : As an air plant , this plant has quite shallow root systems and does not require a rich container , nor does it necessitate to be repot often . It prefers originate a bit tight in its container , so repot in spring only if it outgrow its container .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Propagation : you’re able to easily get newfangled plants from one you have by stem cuttings . Leaf cuttings can be more ambitious . Layering is the easiest propagation method acting , while start from seed is the mere but the most meter - consuming . For best result , take film editing when the flora is actively grow and sow in the seeds in well - draining soil in leaping and summertime .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Hoya .
Hoya bhutanicais non - toxic to man and pets .
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