Hoya Mathilde Splash

Description

Description: Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ is a stunning trailing plant with small, round leaves covered in silvery splashes. This unique Hoya adds a touch of elegance to any indoor collection, making it perfect for hanging baskets or climbing displays.

Full Botanical Name: Hoya Mathilde ‘Splash’

Common Names: Mathilde Hoya, Splash Hoya

Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid cultivar; species within the Hoya genus are native to Southeast Asia and Australia.

Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Typically found in tropical rainforests, growing as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches.

Care Information:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate low light but grows slower and blooms less frequently.
• Ideal Room: Ideal for hanging baskets in kitchens or living rooms with filtered light.
• Feeding: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally or place on a humidity tray.
• Ideal Temperature: 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C).
• Watering: Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering in winter.
• Pet/Child Safe: Generally non-toxic to pets and children.
• Soil Type: Well-draining, airy potting mix or orchid bark mix.
• Propagation: Easily propagated by stem cuttings placed in water or soil.
• Eventual Height and Spread: Can grow up to 2-3 feet long as a trailing or climbing vine.
• Growth Rate: Moderate.
• Pests and Treatment: Susceptible to mealybugs and aphids; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
• Repotting: Every 2-3 years or when root bound.
• Pruning: Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged growth.
• Folk Law: Often considered a symbol of love and friendship, as Hoyas are sometimes given as gifts.
• Air Purification: Known to contribute to better indoor air quality by removing pollutants.