Hoya griffithii

Hoya griffithii is native to Assam, southern China, Hainan, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam. It develops relatively large, thick, lanceolate to oblong-lanceolate leaves on slender, twining stems. Mature plants produce rounded clusters of large, waxy flowers.

Care Tips:

• Light: Provide bright, filtered or indirect light. Gentle morning sunlight is beneficial, while strong midday sun should be filtered to prevent leaf scorch.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the growing medium has partially dried. Allow excess water to drain completely and avoid constantly wet roots.
• Growing Medium: Use a chunky, airy, fast-draining mix such as orchid bark, perlite, and organic material. Good root aeration is especially important for this epiphytic species.
• Humidity: Moderate to high humidity is beneficial, ideally around 60–80%, with good airflow.
• Temperature: Keep warm to moderately warm, ideally around 18–30°C (65–86°F). Avoid prolonged exposure to cold temperatures.
• Airflow: Maintain gentle air circulation, particularly in high-humidity conditions.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly with a diluted balanced fertilizer during active growth. Avoid heavy fertilization.
• Support: Provide a trellis, hoop, or other support for the climbing stems.
• Potting: Use a relatively small pot with a well-draining medium. Avoid oversized containers that stay wet for too long.
• Flowering: Once buds develop, keep light, temperature, and watering conditions relatively stable. Leave old peduncles intact, as Hoyas can flower again from established spurs.