Hoya glabra 'Padang' — rare Sumatran species with large glossy leaves. Humidity 60-80%, indirect light, 18-28°C.
Approx height (including pot): 15 cm
Flowering state: No flowers
Country of origin: Netherlands
Pot diameter: 10 cm
Hoya glabra 'Padang' is rare species from Sumatra (Padang region, Indonesia) with large fleshy smooth glossy green leaves. Species appreciated for impressive size and fragrant flowers.
Hoya glabra from Sumatra, Apocynaceae.
Large smooth glossy green leaves.
"Glabra" = smooth — very glossy leaf surface.
Lungime: 10 cm
Greutate (kg): 0.5 Kg
Denumire: Hoya
Diametru: 10 cm
Cerințe lumină: Partial umbra
Tip plantă: Decorative
Utilizare: Interior
Tip suport: Ghiveci
Material Suport: Plastic
Hoya glabra Padang should only be watered when the substrate has almost completely dried out. During warm months, approximately once weekly, and in winter every 10-14 days. The epiphytic roots cannot tolerate waterlogging.
No, Hoya glabra Padang is considered non-toxic to pets and humans. The Hoya genus does not contain known harmful substances.
The characteristic glossiness is due to the glabrous surface (without hairs or trichomes) and the thick waxy cuticle layer covering the leaves. This is a natural adaptation to tropical habitats, helping to reduce water loss through the leaf surface.
The best substrate is a mix of pine bark (40%), perlite (30%), coconut coir (20%), and horticultural charcoal (10%). Alternatively, orchid mix with extra perlite works well. Rapid drainage is essential.
Hoya glabra Padang blooms predominantly in summer and early autumn, once it reaches maturity (2-3 years). Flowering is stimulated by bright indirect light and day-to-night temperature differentials of 5-8°C.
Padang, Sumatra, Indonesia.
Latin = smooth, glossy.
Bright indirect.
Non-toxic.
Cuttings.