Plant Care Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Taxonomy

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'
Hoya
Apocynaceae
Gentianales

How to care for Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Water needs for Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'
0.5 cups
every 12

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' 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.

Calculate water needs of Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor': 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves šŸƒ, 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 lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' in your home šŸ”.

🪓 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor': 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 lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' 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.


ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves šŸƒ 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 šŸ”.


🐶 🐈 šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.


šŸ’Ø Humidity

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' 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.


🪓 Soil

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' 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!


šŸ’© Fertilizer

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' 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!


ā„ļø Dormancy

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' 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!


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor' is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.


🧐 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.


Care Summary for Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'

Hoya lacunosa ā€˜Bruno Tricolor'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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