Hoya fungii — Chinese-Vietnamese hoya with leathery elliptical leaves and dense umbels of fragrant cream-white flowers with yellow centers.
Approx height (including pot): 10 cm
Flowering state: No flowers
Pot diameter: 7 cm
Hoya fungii is an appreciated species from China and Vietnam, with elliptical deep green leaves of leathery texture and finely traced venation. Grows moderately as a vine and flowers with dense umbels composed of numerous cream-white star flowers with yellow centers, strongly fragrant.
A tolerant and easy-to-care species appreciated for abundant flowering and pleasant fragrance.
Southern China and Northern Vietnam, mountain tropical forests.
Bright indirect light, humidity 60-80%, temperatures 18-26°C. Airy substrate.
Dense umbels of 20-30 cream-white star flowers with yellow centers, strong sweet fragrance.
Not toxic to cats, dogs or children. Safe Apocynaceae.
Lungime: 10 cm
Greutate (kg): 0.25 Kg
Denumire: Hoya
Diametru: 7 cm
Cerințe lumină: Partial umbra
Tip plantă: Decorative
Utilizare: Interior
Tip suport: Ghiveci
Material Suport: Plastic
Hoya fungii can reach lengths of 2–4 meters under optimal indoor conditions. Individual leaves grow up to 10–15 cm long, among the largest in the Hoya genus. The growth rate is moderate at 15–25 cm per year.
Yes, Hoya fungii is one of the most cold-tolerant Hoya species, withstanding minimums of 8–10°C (46–50°F). This tolerance comes from its montane origins in Southern China and Taiwan, where it grows at altitudes of 500–1,500 meters.
Hoya fungii typically needs 3–4 years of maturity before first flowering. Bright indirect light and a winter dormancy period at 10–14°C (50–57°F) for 6–8 weeks are essential for stimulating flower bud formation.
Hoya fungii flowers emit a sweet, intense fragrance similar to honey and vanilla, especially during evening hours. The scent is strong enough to fill an entire room. The nectar produced is visible and adds a decorative aspect to the flowers.
Hoya fungii is a moderately easy species to care for, suitable for beginners with some experience. Its tolerance to low temperatures and short drought periods makes it forgiving of common mistakes. The main concern is avoiding overwatering.
Hoya fungii is native to southern China and northern Vietnam, in mountain tropical forests at medium altitudes.
Bright indirect light, humidity 60-80%, temperatures 18-26°C, airy substrate. Moderate watering.
Dense umbels of 20-30 cream-white star flowers with yellow centers, strongly sweet fragrance, more intense in the evening.
No, Hoya fungii is not toxic to cats, dogs or children. Apocynaceae is safe.
Stem cuttings with 2-3 nodes in water or moist sphagnum moss. Roots appear in 3-5 weeks.