Form
Small, nearly round heart-shaped blades appear in regular pairs along fine stems.
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Hoya mathilde 'splash' 12cm
Normal price
€14,90
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Hoya‘Mathilde’ Splash
Elegant and trailing, with silver splashes ✨
- Silver splashes
- Small green hearts
- Light trailing line
- Waxy texture
- Collectable hybrid
Hoya ‘Mathilde’ Splash resembles a finely made jewel of small green hearts, each painted differently with silver splashes. Fine stems create a light, elegant cascade that instantly brightens a high shelf, bookcase or hanging display. It is one of those collectable Hoyas that first wins attention through detail and then through its complete silhouette, adding shimmer without visually weighing down the room.
The close repetition of tiny leaves creates a beautiful rhythm, while irregular splashing makes each new pair a small reveal. It stands out especially against deep green, charcoal or warm wood, where the silver gains clearer shine and the trailing form reads like a living decorative chain.
What makes it special
A tiny heart, silver splashing and fine trailing growth create a Hoya rich in elegant detail.
Colour
Deep to mid green is interrupted by irregular silver markings that vary on every leaf.
Texture
The smooth waxy surface softly reflects light and strengthens the cool metallic effect.
Why you’ll love it: it combines a romantic heart shape with unique silver patterning in a refined collectable cascade.
In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
On a high shelf or in a hanging pot where the stems can fall freely and receive even light. A small turn every few weeks keeps the silhouette balanced.
Plants that complement it
Choices with compatible light needs and contrasting textures keep the arrangement balanced.
- Dischidia nummularia — coin-shaped foliage in a light epiphytic trail.
- Ceropegia woodii ‘Silver Glory’ — silver hearts on exceptionally fine stems.
- Rhipsalis baccifera — linear green movement without flat blades.
Care at a glance
Light
Plentiful bright indirect light, with gentle morning sun after acclimation.
Water
Water after a substantial part of the mix has dried and allow all excess to escape.
Atmosphere
Average to higher humidity, good airflow and roughly 16–28°C, without abrupt changes.
Pets
Best kept away from pets as a precaution. Prevent access and chewing.
Chosen for this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail
Light for dense growth
Provide strong filtered light. Gradual exposure to gentle morning or late-afternoon sun can support flowering and colour without scorching.
A wet–dry cycle
Check the mix at depth and notice the pot's weight. Water thoroughly once it has dried sufficiently and never leave water standing at the base.
Air around the stems
Maintain average to higher humidity together with gentle airflow. Stagnant, very humid air increases the risk of spotting and damage.
Stable temperature
Most Hoya species perform well at roughly 16–28°C. Protect foliage from cold glass, chilly draughts and direct heat.
An airy Hoya mix
Use the specialised Hoya mix with a coarse, porous structure. Repot only after roots have genuinely filled the pot.
Gentle feeding
During active growth use Nutri One according to the label and only on already moist mix. Reduce or pause when growth slows.
Botanical identity Origin of the cultivar The species’ range and the history of the cultivated selection
Natural range
‘Mathilde’ is an established cultivated hybrid of Hoya carnosa and Hoya serpens.
Habitat
The selection was created in Belgium and recorded in the 1990s, while ‘Splash’ describes the heavily silver-marked form.
Botanical identity
It is maintained vegetatively so the combination of small heart-shaped leaves and silver splashing is repeated in new growth.
From natural habitat to care: The epiphytic background of both parents explains the preference for abundant air around the roots and a moisture cycle without prolonged saturation.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage
The form combines two species
The compact foliage of H. serpens and the adaptability of H. carnosa meet in one stable cultivated clone.
Silver forms within the blade
Microscopic air layers between tissues alter light reflection and create the characteristic metallic appearance.
Flower spurs are perennial
A healthy spur can form another inflorescence in a later cycle, so it is removed only after drying completely.
Pollen travels in pollinia
As in many Apocynaceae, pollen grains are organised into compact masses carried as a unit by pollinators.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.
01 Why does one new leaf have less silver?
Splashing naturally varies from leaf to leaf. Assess several successive nodes and the overall plant rather than a single blade.
02 Why are the leaves wrinkling?
They often show that the plant has used some of its water reserves, but check the mix and roots first. Wrinkled leaves with wet mix may indicate root trouble.
03 Should old flower spurs be removed?
Not while they remain healthy. Many Hoya species flower again from the same permanent spur, so remove only parts that have dried completely.
04 Why is it not flowering?
Common reasons include insufficient light, immature growth, frequent moves or excessive nitrogen feeding. Stabilise conditions first.
05 When does it need repotting?
When roots fill the pot, the mix has lost its structure or water passes through excessively fast. Move up one size only.
06 Is it safe for pets?
For this particular plant, we recommend keeping it away from cats and dogs as a precaution. This does not classify the plant as toxic. It is not intended for consumption; prevent access and chewing.
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