{"product_id":"hoya-benchaii","title":"Hoya benchaii","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya benchaii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare epiphytic climbing Hoya from \u003cstrong\u003eSabah, Borneo\u003c\/strong\u003e, first collected in the Telupid area east of Ranau and formally described in 2014. It develops thick, leathery, glossy green leaves with clearly visible venation and a compact, twining growth habit. The species is particularly attractive when mature, producing unusual rounded, waxy flowers in small clusters; flower coloration has been reported from white to soft pink, depending on the cultivated form. Its substantial foliage, distinctive rounded blooms, and relative rarity make \u003cem\u003eHoya benchaii\u003c\/em\u003e a desirable species for specialist Hoya collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003ebright, indirect or filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e; gentle morning sun is beneficial, while harsh afternoon sun should be avoided.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003echunky, airy, fast-draining substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e such as orchid bark, perlite, and coco-based material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater when the surface of the medium has dried, allowing some drying between waterings while avoiding prolonged complete dryness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong\u003e60–80% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e with good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep temperatures around \u003cstrong\u003e18–30°C (64–86°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e and protect from prolonged cold. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a \u003cstrong\u003etrellis or climbing support\u003c\/strong\u003e, although the stems can also be allowed to trail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize lightly during active growth with a balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid removing old \u003cstrong\u003eflower peduncles\u003c\/strong\u003e, as Hoyas can rebloom from established spurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"5 leaves or more – rooted plant","offer_id":64682401694067,"sku":"Hoya benchaii","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Hoyabenchaii.jpg?v=1789825387","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/hoya-benchaii","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}