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Hoya australis 'Bordvare'

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Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

About Hoya australis 'Bordvare'

The pollen of Hoya flowers attaches exclusively to the legs of large moths to pollinate—a strategy also commonly used by orchids and many species of milkweeds. Their flowers emit fragrance at night to attract nocturnal pollinators! 🦇

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Hoya australis 'Bordvare'

Genus

Hoya

Family

Apocynaceae

Order

Gentianales

How to care for Hoya australis 'Bordvare'

💦 Water

How often to water your Hoya australis 'Bordvare'

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Hoya australis 'Bordvare' in your home

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hoya australis 'Bordvare' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hoya australis 'Bordvare'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hoya australis 'Bordvare': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hoya australis 'Bordvare' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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💦 Water Needs

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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❄️ Dormancy

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!

🌎 Native Region

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Hoya australis 'Bordvare' bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' has long, trailing foliage which makes them a great addition to a hanging planter. The newest growth will emerge from the tip of the stems.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hoya australis 'Bordvare' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

Hoya australis 'Bordvare' can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Hoya australis 'Bordvare', since they are very sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.