{"product_id":"hoya-shepherdii","title":"Hoya shepherdii","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya shepherdii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive epiphytic climbing Hoya native to the \u003cstrong\u003eeastern Himalayas and Assam\u003c\/strong\u003e, best known for its unusually long, narrow, succulent leaves that resemble green beans, giving it the popular name “String Bean Hoya.” The slender, trailing or climbing stems are densely covered with glossy dark-green foliage, creating an elegant cascading appearance. Mature plants produce charming umbels of small, waxy, star-shaped flowers, typically creamy white with pink to reddish centers, accompanied by a sweet fragrance that becomes especially noticeable in the evening. Its unusual foliage, fragrant flowers, and graceful growth habit make \u003cem\u003eH. shepherdii\u003c\/em\u003e a highly attractive species for collectors and hanging displays.\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, filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e with gentle morning or evening sun; avoid harsh afternoon sunlight.\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 materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the medium to \u003cstrong\u003epartially dry between waterings\u003c\/strong\u003e, as the succulent leaves store moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong\u003e60–70% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e with good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep temperatures around \u003cstrong\u003e16–27°C (60–80°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e and protect from prolonged cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow on a \u003cstrong\u003etrellis or allow the stems to trail\u003c\/strong\u003e from a hanging basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize lightly with a balanced fertilizer during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not remove old flower peduncles\u003c\/strong\u003e, as new flowers can develop from the same spurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"15 leaves or more – rooted plant","offer_id":64682125263219,"sku":"Hoya shepherdii","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Hoyashepherdii.jpg?v=1789824528","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/hoya-shepherdii","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}