Hoya Callistophylla

A rare Hoya with unique large leaves

Care: Use a well-draining soil mixture. A mixture of orchid bark, perlite and peat moss works well, such as our aroid soil

Botanical Description

Origin: Borneo

Endangered: Endangered

Leaves: The leaves of Hoya callistophylla are thick, fleshy and have a characteristic veining. They are oblong and dark green with distinct, darker veins that give a marbled appearance. The leaves are usually 10-15 cm long and about 5 cm wide.

Flowers: The flowers are small, star-shaped and have a creamy white to pale yellow color with a pink or red center. They grow in clusters and have a sweet, mild fragrance that is especially noticeable in the evening.

Growth pattern: Hoya callistophylla is a climbing plant that likes to wind its way up along supports or other plants. It can grow quite quickly under the right conditions and can reach several meters in length.

Propagation: Hoya callistophylla can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cut a piece of the stem that has at least one node and some aerial roots, and plant it in a separate pot of fresh potting mix. Order a rare Hoya callistophylla online!