Hoya kerrii variegata ‘Speckles’ – H255

Hoya kerrii variegata ‘Speckles’ – H255 is a distinctive inner-variegated Sweetheart Hoya with thick, heart-shaped leaves patterned in cream, yellow and lime-green tones.

Unlike the silver surface markings of Hoya kerrii ‘Splash’, H255 displays true chlorophyll variegation through the centre of the leaf. Its irregularly marbled interior is framed by a darker green outer margin, creating bold contrast on every leaf.

The amount and pattern of variegation naturally differ between leaves. Some may be strongly marbled, while others contain broader green sections. As with many variegated Hoyas, growth is generally slower than the all-green species.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Hoya kerrii
• Form: Variegata ‘Speckles’
• Collection number: H255
• Growth habit: Climbing or trailing evergreen vine
• Foliage: Thick, heart-shaped leaves with yellow and cream inner marbling and green margins
• Flowers: Rounded clusters of pale, star-shaped flowers with contrasting centres
• Difficulty: Moderate

Care

• Light: Provide bright, filtered light to support compact growth and maintain the variegation. Avoid harsh afternoon sun.
• Water: Water thoroughly, then allow most of the potting mix to dry before watering again.
• Potting mix: Use a chunky, airy and fast-draining Hoya mix.
• Temperature: Prefers warm conditions. Protect from cold, frost and prolonged temperatures below approximately 12–15°C.
• Humidity: Average to moderately high humidity with good airflow.
• Support: Provide a trellis for climbing stems or allow the plant to trail.

Variegation note: Colour and pattern vary naturally between leaves. Highly variegated growth contains less chlorophyll and may develop more slowly. If a vine repeatedly produces entirely green leaves, it may be pruned back to the last suitably variegated node.

Photographs show the variety and typical presentation. The plant supplied may vary slightly in size, shape and variegation pattern.