Hoya imperialisis anepiphyticplant with stunning bloom , one of the largestspeciesin theHoyagenus .
Hoya imperialisLindl .
Emperor Hoya , Honey Plant , Imperial Hoya , Imperial Wax Flower
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Calotropis sussuela , Hoya imperialisvar.rauschii
Family : ApocynaceaeSubfamily : AsclepiadoideaeTribe : MarsdenieaeGenus : Hoya
The specific name " imperialis " ( pronounced " im - peer - ee - AL - is " ) means " of the imperium or emperor butterfly , imperial " and credibly refers to the monolithic corona of the flowers of this coinage .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Hoya imperialisis native toIndonesia(Java , Sumatra),Borneo , Malaysia(on theMalay Peninsula ) , andThailand . This species generally grows in leaf litter and can be found jog along the trunks of coastal trees and in mangrove swamp . It may also climb up treetops to obtain more sunlight .
Hoya imperialisis a robust climber with woody stems that bear thick , overweight , leathery leaves with amidriband poorly defined lateral veins . The leave-taking are elliptical , measuring up to 10.8 inches ( 27 centimeter ) prospicient and 3.4 inches ( 8.5 cm ) wide . The upper control surface of the leafage is deep immature , while the blue aerofoil is light immature .
During the summertime , Hoya imperialisproducesumbelsof up to 12 arresting waxy bloom . The flower can get hold of up to 4 column inch ( 10 centimeter ) in diam , have either a decrepit or absent scent , and last up to 15 days . The interior surface of the fleshycorollavaries in coloration from deep purplish brown to rust-brown red . At the same time , thecoronais creamy to pale yellow , giving the flowers a mesmerise appearing .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Light : This industrial plant should be kept indoors in bright , indirect sunlight . Although it can tolerate lower swooning levels , it may become weak and long-shanked if the light is too low , producing fewer leaves and flowers .
land : Well - drain soil that provides splendid aeration and does not hold too much water is most important for growing a healthy plant life .
Temperature : Hoya imperialisthrives in raging and humid climates , so keep it away from drafty window and doorways during the colder month . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones11a to 11b , with average minimum winter temperatures lay out from 40 ° F to 50 ° F ( 4.4 ° C to 10 ° C ) .
In cultivation, Singapore. Photo by Bun Tay. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Watering : Since this plant life is sensible to overwatering , soak the grime exhaustively in spring and summertime , but allow it to dry out before watering again . Otherwise , you will increase the risk of antecedent rot , and your plant will not be happy . It is relatively dormant during the gloaming and winter and needs only moderate lacrimation .
fertilize : WhileHoya imperialisis not a peculiarly intemperate feeder , it can benefit from half - posture high - atomic number 19 fertilizer every two weeks during the growing time of year .
Repotting : As an epiphyte , this plant has a shallow root organisation and needs a deep container . It also does not demand frequent repotting . It prefers to be slightly ascendant - bound , so repot it in spring only if it has outgrow its container .
generation : Although layering is the gentle method , propagation ofHoyaimperialisby stem cutting is the most popular method acting . Leaf cuttings can be more challenging , and starting the plant from seeds is the simplest yet most time - consume method . For good results , take cuttings only when the plant is actively growing , and sow the seeds in springiness and summer .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Hoya .
Hoya imperialisis considered non - toxic , so having it around kid and pets is secure .
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