• Hoya carnosa ‘Nova Ghost’ is a captivating and rare cultivar of the Hoya carnosa group, prized for its silvery-green foliage that often appears ghost-like under the light. New leaves emerge pale and frosty, then mature to a muted silver-green with waxy texture. It is believed to be a reverting form of the cultivar ‘Argentea Princess’. In ideal conditions, it produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped Hoya flowers.
  • Hoya carnosa ‘Nova Ghost’ is a captivating and rare cultivar of the Hoya carnosa group, prized for its silvery-green foliage that often appears ghost-like under the light. New leaves emerge pale and frosty, then mature to a muted silver-green with waxy texture. It is believed to be a reverting form of the cultivar ‘Argentea Princess’. In ideal conditions, it produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped Hoya flowers.
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Hoya carnosa ‘Nova Ghost’

Hoya carnosa ‘Nova Ghost’

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Hoya carnosa ‘Nova Ghost’ is a captivating and rare cultivar of the Hoya carnosa group, prized for its silvery-green foliage that often appears ghost-like under the light. New leaves emerge pale and frosty, then mature to a muted silver-green with waxy texture. It is believed to be a reverting form of the cultivar ‘Argentea Princess’. In ideal conditions, it produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped Hoya flowers.

Care Tips:

  • Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal to maintain the silvery foliage. Avoid prolonged direct midday sun, which may scorch the leaves.

  • Watering: Allow the potting medium to partly or fully dry between waterings. The plant dislikes sitting in constantly moist soil.

  • Soil & Drainage: Use a well-draining mix (e.g., chunky bark, perlite, orchid bark) to mimic epiphytic conditions and prevent root issues.

  • Temperature & Humidity: Prefers warm indoor temps and moderate to high humidity. Avoid cold drafts or temperatures below ~12-14 °C (≈50-57 °F).

  • Growth Habit: Trailing or climbing vine; can be trained on a moss pole or allowed to drape. Growth may be slower than some Hoyas, especially if light or conditions are sub-optimal.

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