Description
Hoya ‘Mathilde’ is a hybrid between Hoya carnosa and Hoya serpens, known for its small, round, fuzzy leaves and clusters of sweetly scented, starry white flowers. Training it on a trellis showcases its compact, cascading growth.
- Full Botanical Name: Hoya ‘Mathilde’ (Hoya carnosa × Hoya serpens)
- Common Names: Wax Flower, Miniature Hoya
- Country and/or Region of Origin: Horticultural hybrid (parent species from Southeast Asia and India)
- Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: (Hybrid) mimics epiphytic forest conditions with filtered light and high humidity
- Care Guide:
- Light: Bright, indirect; gentle morning sun is beneficial
- Ideal Room: Bright bathroom or kitchen window
- Feeding: Balanced fertilizer diluted to half-strength every 4–6 weeks during growth
- Humidity: 60–80%
- Ideal Temperature: 18–26°C (65–79°F)
- Watering: Water when top 2–3 cm dry; ensure excellent drainage
- Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic — Hoya species are safe to pets according to ASPCA; may cause mild GI upset if chewed. Always supervise pets and children.
- Soil Type: Airy orchid/epiphyte mix
- Propagation: Stem cuttings or layering
- Eventual Height and Spread: Trails 60–90 cm; compact on trellis
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs; clean with alcohol or neem oil
- Repotting: Every 2–3 years
- Pruning: Light trims after blooming
- Air Purification: Light benefit
- Folklore: Hybrids like ‘Mathilde’ symbolize harmony between contrasts
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