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HOYA
INFO + CARE

genus: Hoya R.Br.
common name/s: waxplant, waxvine, waxflower
type: evergreen perennial creepers or vines or rarely, shrubs
family: Apocynaceae
native range: Asia and Australia
zone: 10 to 13
height/ length: 1 to 18 m
spread: 15 to 75 cm
type species: : Hoya carnosa (L. f.) R. Br.
bloom time: seasonal bloomer
bloom description: varies between species
sun: full sun
water: medium
maintenance: low to high, varies between species
soil type: loose, well-draining, 'breathing' potting mix
toxicity: non-toxic to pets and humans
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