Plant Care Hoya Pubicalyx

Hoya Pubicalyx

4.9 out of 5 (20 experiences)

Hoya Pubicalyx has a Survivor plant personality Survivor
Hoya Pubicalyx has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower

About Hoya Pubicalyx

With over 500 species and even more cultivars, there's a Hoya out there for everyone! They're native to Southeast Asia and their common name, waxplant, refers to their thick, waxy leaves which help them retain water in the heat. They're excellent climbers and will take off if you give them a trellis to grow on. Their other-worldly, star-shaped flowers are often fragrant and come in brilliant shades of red, pink, yellow, and more!

Taxonomy

Hoya pubicalyx
Hoya
Apocynaceae
Gentianales

Also known as

Hoya publicalix

How to care for Hoya Pubicalyx

💦 Water

How often to water your Hoya Pubicalyx

Water needs for Hoya Pubicalyx
0.5 cups
every 12

Hoya Pubicalyx 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 Pubicalyx

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Hoya Pubicalyx in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Hoya Pubicalyx: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Hoya Pubicalyx 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 Pubicalyx in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hoya Pubicalyx

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hoya Pubicalyx: 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 Pubicalyx after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Hoya Pubicalyx 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!

Benefits of Growing Hoya Pubicalyx →

Common Hoya Pubicalyx Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Hoya Pubicalyx 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.

Hoya Pubicalyx Water Frequency →

Hoya Pubicalyx Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hoya Pubicalyx 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 🏡.

Hoya Pubicalyx Light Requirements →

Hoya Pubicalyx Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 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 at US (888) 426-4435.

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💨 Humidity

Hoya Pubicalyx 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.

Hoya Pubicalyx Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Hoya Pubicalyx 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!

Best Soil Mix for Hoya Pubicalyx →

When and How to Successfully Repot Hoya Pubicalyx →


💩 Fertilizer

Hoya Pubicalyx 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!

How Much and When to Fertilize Hoya Pubicalyx →


❄️ Dormancy

Hoya Pubicalyx 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 Pubicalyx is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hoya Pubicalyx is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

How and When to Prune Hoya Pubicalyx →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hoya Pubicalyx can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Hoya Pubicalyx Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

Hoya Pubicalyx 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.

How to Propagate Hoya Pubicalyx →


🧐 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 Pubicalyx

Hoya Pubicalyx

Hoya Pubicalyx


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

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

What other plant parents say

Hoya Pubicalyx has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 13
Hoya Pubicalyx has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 10
Hoya Pubicalyx has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 6
Hoya Pubicalyx has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 4
Hoya Pubicalyx has a Pest magnet plant personality Pest magnet 2
@GroundedGoddess avatar
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leaf-1 85 Plants
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globe New York
12/25/2021

Bright indirect light has done wonders

Fast grower Fast grower
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leaf-1 54 Plants
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globe Chicago, IL
06/13/2021

Lives sunlight and water. A beautiful plant, responsive to care and attention.

Fast grower Fast grower
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@Uriah
leaf-1 3 Plants
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globe Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
05/18/2021

My Great Grandmother had a Hoya and this plant has passed its clippings generation to generation. I love my Hoya. General haven’t had any issues caring for it, it is quiet resilient!

Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
Survivor Survivor
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leaf-1 102 Plants
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globe New York
04/05/2021

Such a fun plant

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