Hoya panchoi Ø7cm

Hoya panchoi is a rare Philippine species scientifically described in 2010, remarkable for its oval fleshy 4-7 cm glossy green leaves and lovely cream-white flowers with an intense pink-magenta central corona. Blooms form in symmetrical umbels of 15-25 fragrant florets with sweet honey notes, more pronounced in the evening. A climbing epiphyte from the Apocynaceae family, non-toxic to pets according to ASPCA. A sought-after rarity that makes a standout addition to any Hoya lover's home. Care instructions Hoya panchoi is an easy-going species that adapts readily, suitable for beginners and experienced growers alike. Its basic requirements include bright indirect light, moderate to high humidity, stable warm temperatures, and a very well-draining substrate. With these conditions met, the plant will grow healthy and bloom regularly, rewarding your attention with its subtle beauty and the spectacle of its delicate flowers. Light is the most important factor for healthy development and flowering. Hoya panchoi thrives in bright indirect light, ideally 6-8 hours daily. An east-facing window is optimal, offering the gentle direct morning light without the stress of intense afternoon rays. West-facing windows work well with partial filtering, and south-facing windows benefit from filtering through a sheer curtain. With enough light, the plant stays compact and blooms generously. Light: Bright indirect, 6-8 hours daily. East ideal, west with filter, south filtered. No intense direct sun. Watering: Moderate. Let the top 2-3 cm of substrate dry between waterings. Every 5-7 days in summer, 10-14 days in winter. Do not leave standing water in the saucer. Temperature: 20-28°C during the growing season, minimum 16°C in winter. Best kept above 15°C and away from cold drafts. Humidity: Moderate to high (55-75%). If room air is dry, use a humidifier or pebble tray with water. Occasional misting helps. Substrate: Very well-draining and airy. Epiphytic orchid mix combined with perlite, fine pine bark, and coconut fibres. Avoid compact substrates. Fertilising: Monthly during the growing season (April-September) with liquid fertiliser for flowering plants diluted to half strength. Do not fertilise in winter. Propagation: Through stem cuttings with 2-3 nodes. Roots appear in 4-8 weeks in moist sphagnum moss or in filtered water. To stimulate flowering, provide the plant with sufficient bright light and a support to climb (moss pole, trellis, or mesh). Hoya panchoi blooms on permanent peduncles ('spurs') that emerge from mature nodes - never cut these peduncles after flowering, as the plant will bloom repeatedly from the same points in subsequent years. In the cold season, reduce watering but maintain air humidity as constant as possible to keep the plant comfortable. Specifications Pot diameter: 7 cm Total height (incl. pot): 10 cm Flowering stage: No flowers