How to Care for Hoya obovata (Silver Hoya)

Korean name: 호야 오보바타

A succulent foliage plant characterized by thick, rounded leaves with silvery spots on the surface. It is relatively easy to care for and grows as a vine requiring support. The unique leaf pattern makes it a popular decorative plant.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Apocynaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Indonesia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: foliage plant, succulent, vine, easy care, leaf pattern
• Also known as: Silver Hoya, Wax Plant

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water when the topsoil feels dry.
• Soil: Well-draining succulent soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Normal household humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer every 1 to 2 months during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Hoya obovata?

Water when the topsoil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Hoya obovata?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining succulent soil is ideal..

Is Hoya obovata safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Hoya obovata good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Normal household humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer every 1 to 2 months during the growing season..