Sweetheart Hoya
Hoya kerrii
Hoya kerrii, commonly known as the sweetheart plant or valentine hoya, is a climbing vine native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its thick, succulent, heart-shaped green leaves. It is often sold as a single rooted leaf, but when allowed to grow naturally, it forms trailing vines with clusters of small, star-shaped, fragrant pinkish-white flowers.
Native Origin & Climate
Tropical forests of Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia, growing epiphytically on trees.
Expert Pruning Tip
Avoid cutting the long, leafless tendrils, as new leaves and flower spurs will emerge along them.
Domestic Setting
Botanical Art Series
Botanical Blueprint
Localized Australian Care Taxonomy
Low maintenance. Highly succulent; requires very little water and behaves similarly to a cactus.
Bright indirect light or gentle morning sun. Protect from scorching mid-day sun.
Low. Allow the potting mix to dry out completely between waterings. Highly sensitive to overwatering.
Extremely chunky and loose mix, such as orchid bark, perlite, and coarse cactus soil.
Warm temperatures (18-28°C) and moderate humidity. Protect from cold temperatures.
Propagates via stem cuttings with nodes. Rooted single leaf cuttings rarely produce vines.
Charming, whimsical, and structural. Smooth, green, heart-shaped leaves climbing or trailing elegantly.
A sunny windowsill or hanging planter where it can soak up bright, warm light.
Indoor
Safe:Non-toxic to cats, dogs, and children. Extremely pet-safe.
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