{"product_id":"hoya-inflata-flowering-specimen-plant-h249","title":"Hoya inflata – Flowering Specimen Plant – H249","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a mature specimen of \u003cem\u003eHoya inflata\u003c\/em\u003e, a lesser-seen species known for its unusual inflated, cup-shaped flowers. The pale cream to yellow blooms have pointed lobes and a distinctly sculptural appearance quite unlike the flat, star-shaped flowers of most Hoyas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe plant shown in the specimen photograph is the exact plant offered for sale.\u003c\/strong\u003e It has long, established trailing vines and was carrying multiple developing flower clusters when photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers and buds may finish or drop before the plant is dispatched. The plant is not guaranteed to be flowering when received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light with gentle morning sun. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly, then allow the growing medium to dry partially before watering again. Avoid keeping the roots continually wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best grown under warm, stable conditions. Protect from cold temperatures and sudden changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an open, free-draining epiphytic mix that provides plenty of air around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity and airflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high humidity is beneficial, but good airflow remains important.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertiliser lightly during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature one-off specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing to trailing epiphytic vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-green, elongated leaves carried along slender stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unusual inflated, cup-shaped blooms with pointed lobes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale cream to soft yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters are produced from persistent peduncles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector code:\u003c\/strong\u003e H249\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Plant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the exact plant photographed. It is a mature, established plant with long vines rather than a small cutting or recently established starter plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMature specimen Hoyas naturally develop bare sections, previous flowering points and minor marks on their leaves and stems. Long vines may also move or sustain minor tip damage during transport. The plant will be packed carefully, but completely preventing movement during delivery is not possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional flower photographs are included as a reference to show the characteristic flowers of this species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lodge - Hoya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52350564663584,"sku":"H249S","price":325.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/249_inflata_specimen.jpg?v=1789357577","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/hoya-inflata-flowering-specimen-plant-h249","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}