Form
Long stems explore the space, trail or wind around support to create a dense line.
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Hoya 'pubicalyx' 12cm
Normal price
€12,50
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Hoyapubicalyx
Yes, add water ‘just in case’ — what could possibly go wrong? 🌊
- Silver splashes
- Long waxy leaves
- Vigorous climbing growth
- Star-shaped flowers
- Collectable species
Hoya pubicalyx adds depth to green through long waxy leaves often splashed with silver. Every pale fleck behaves like a small reflection, making its vigorous climbing or trailing line look different from each angle. On a high shelf, in a hanging position or against a plain wall it creates a lush collectable display with a wilder, genuinely tropical character than symmetrical variegated cultivars.
When it flowers, dark pink to purple star-shaped clusters add even more intensity above the silver-splashed foliage. This is a Hoya with strong personality and visible progression, ideal for a collection seeking texture, movement and the prospect of dramatic flowers.
What makes it special
The species combines silver splashing, sturdy foliage and vigorous growth.
Colour
Deep green foliage carries irregular silver flecks, while flowers range through pink and purple tones.
Texture
The thick waxy surface is smooth and firm, with silver areas reflecting more strongly.
Why you’ll love it: it combines vigorous growth, silver splashing and striking flowers in a true Hoya species.
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.
- Scindapsus treubii ‘Moonlight’ — a sturdy silver-green surface.
- Begonia maculata — white spots and warm leaf backs for drama.
- Pellaea rotundifolia — dark axes and rounded leaflets.
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
Hoya pubicalyx is native to Luzon in the Philippines.
Habitat
It grows as a climbing epiphyte in wet tropical forest, anchoring its roots onto branches and trunks.
Botanical identity
pubicalyx is a species name and is written without cultivar quotation marks. Silver splashing naturally varies between plants and leaves.
From natural habitat to care: Its tropical epiphytic life explains the preference for an airy root zone, good airflow and slightly steadier moisture than thicker-leaved Hoyas.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage
Silver flecks reflect light
Different surface tissue structure alters reflection and creates a silver appearance without metallic pigment.
Flower clusters arise from a persistent spur
The same healthy spur can produce new flower clusters in later growth cycles.
Stems show twining growth
The stem tip moves in a circular pattern until it finds support around which it can wind.
Flowers produce nectar
Mature flower clusters may form small sweet droplets associated with pollinator attraction.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.
01 Are the silver flecks normal?
Yes. They are a natural feature of many Hoya pubicalyx forms, not a sign of disease. Their amount and distribution vary by leaf.
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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Individual protection
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Sturdy packaging
We use reinforced cardboard designed to protect against impacts and vibration during transport.