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Hoya sp. GPS 7240

Hoya sp. GPS 7240

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Hoya sp. GPS 7240 is a rare, unidentified Hoya species distinguished by its small, green, oblong leaves that often display attractive silvery or splashy variegation. When mature, it produces clusters of star-shaped flowers in shades of orange to salmon, adding vibrant contrast to its delicate foliage and making it a desirable choice for collectors and Hoya enthusiasts.

Care Tips:

  • Light: Provide bright indirect light. Avoid harsh direct midday sun, though some filtered sun can enhance coloration.

  • Temperature: Prefers a warm range — e.g., around 60-85 °F (15-29 °C). Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below ~55 °F if possible.

  • Watering: Let the potting mix dry out slightly between waterings. One site suggests watering when the soil surface is dry to the touch.

  • Humidity: Moderate humidity is fine. It tolerates typical indoor humidity, though higher humidity may help growth/performance.

  • Potting / Medium: A well-draining mix is key (e.g., chunky mix, orchid bark/perlite combination) given its epiphytic tendencies. Avoid heavy soggy soil.

  • Growth Habit: It is a trailing or climbing vine-type hoya, so give it support or allow it to spill.

  • Sunstress/Colour: Exposing the plant to brighter, indirect light can enhance leaf coloration, sometimes producing purplish or deeper tones, but the light should remain gentle to avoid scorching.

  • Flowering: Patience may be required. One grower noted first flowering after ~2 years.

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