Hoya sp. 'Rindu Rafflesia' – A rare, still-undescribed wild Hoya species from the remote forests of Bengkulu, Sumatra – the same region home to the giant Rafflesia flower! Long, narrow lance-shaped leaves with beautiful silver splash markings and glossy white star-shaped flowers. Exceptionally easy to grow, reliable bloomer, drought-tolerant. A true collector's gem with a fascinating origin story. Pet-safe!
Approx height (including pot): 15 cm
Flowering state: No flowers
Country of origin: Indonesia
Hoya sp. „Rindu Rafflesia”, originară din rezervația naturală Palupuh din Sumatra, Indonezia, este o specie neidentificată oficial, cu frunze lungi, înguste și multe doze de splashuri argintii sau galbene. Florile sunt albe, lucioase și apar în ciorchini, deși rar în cultură.
Hoya sp. Bengkulu „Rindu Rafflesia” este ideală pentru iubitorii de plante rare și decorative care doresc o specie neobișnuită, cu frunziș distinctiv, efect de splash metalic și reacție elegantă la lumină. Perfectă în ghivece suspendate sau suporturi verticale pentru interior luminoas.
Lungime: 10 cm
Greutate (kg): 0.25 Kg
Denumire: Hoya
Diametru: 6 cm
Cerințe lumină: Partial umbra
Tip plantă: Decorative
Utilizare: Interior
Tip suport: Ghiveci
Material Suport: Plastic
Yes – these are all names for the same plant. Because this species has not yet been formally described and assigned a scientific binomial, it circulates in the trade under several informal names: Hoya 'Rindu Rafflesia', Hoya sp. Bengkulu, and Hoya sp. DD001. All refer to the same undescribed wild species collected from the Bengkulu Province of Sumatra, Indonesia. The name "Rindu Rafflesia" references the plant's homeland – the same region famous for the giant Rafflesia arnoldii flower. "Rindu" means "longing" in Indonesian.
Surprisingly easy. Despite being a rare, undescribed wild species from tropical Sumatra, 'Rindu Rafflesia' is remarkably adaptable to indoor cultivation. Experienced Hoya growers describe it as thriving from day one with minimal fuss. It roots readily from cuttings, grows steadily without stalling, tolerates a range of humidity levels, and is notably drought-tolerant. It can flower within 8-12 months of establishing and often blooms almost continuously once mature. It is suitable for intermediate-level growers and even confident beginners looking for an unusual but manageable Hoya.
The silver splash markings are a characteristic feature of this species, but the intensity and distribution vary naturally between individual clones. Some plants display abundant, dramatic silver flecking across the entire leaf surface, while others show more subtle speckling or faint silver veining. This variation does not indicate any health or growth difference – it is simply natural genetic diversity within the species. Each plant's unique splash pattern is part of the collector appeal of 'Rindu Rafflesia'.
The flowers appear in small clusters (umbels) and feature glossy, waxy, star-shaped blooms in white to off-white tones. They are light nectar producers and typically last about 3 days per cluster before closing. Unlike many popular Hoya species known for their intense fragrance, 'Rindu Rafflesia' flowers carry very little to no perceptible scent. This makes the plant an excellent choice for fragrance-sensitive individuals or those who want the beauty of Hoya blooms without the overpowering perfume. Once established, the plant blooms reliably and frequently from the same peduncles.
No. Hoya 'Rindu Rafflesia', like all Hoya species, is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets. The ASPCA lists the Hoya genus as pet-safe. While chewing on any plant can cause mild stomach upset, there is no toxic or poisonous risk. The milky latex sap that appears when stems are cut may cause minor skin irritation in sensitive individuals but is not dangerous. The flowers produce very little fragrance and only light nectar, making them unobtrusive even for scent-sensitive households.