Hoya merrillii
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Hoya merrillii is a warm-growing species admired for its lush green foliage and soft pastel flowers. The blooms are creamy peach to pale pink and produced in rounded umbels that glow under bright light. This species grows vigorously once established and thrives under the simple watering routine outlined in How to Water Hoyas. It also benefits from the flowering guidance found in Grow Hoyas Faster & Get More Flowers.
Key Characteristics
- Botanical name: Hoya merrillii
- Growth habit: Warm-growing climbing or trailing species
- Leaf features: Medium to deep green leaves, often developing strong veining under bright light
- Flowers: Creamy pale peach to soft pink glossy blooms with lighter coronas; lightly scented
- Pot size supplied: Generally 100 mm pots
- Plant size: Well-established, fresh propagation with active new growth
- Growth speed: Fast in warm conditions
- Skill level: Beginner-friendly
Growing Conditions
- Light: Bright, indirect light improves leaf colour, veining and flowering. Gentle morning sun is fine.
- Water: Allow most of the mix to dry between waterings. Warm-growing Hoyas respond best to the practices in How to Water Hoyas.
- Temperature: Thrives at temperatures above 18 °C; prefers stable warmth.
- Humidity: Enjoys moderate humidity but grows happily in standard indoor conditions.
- Potting mix: Prefers a loose, chunky mix. Root behaviour notes are available in Understanding Hoya Roots.
- Fertiliser: Feed lightly in warm months to assist growth and flowering.
Where This Hoya Works Best
- Ideal for warm, bright indoor spaces
- Excellent for growers who enjoy soft pastel blooms
- Pairs well with the seasonal adjustments described in Seasonal Hoya Care for Australian Growers
Need help with Hoya care?
Explore our Hoya care guides tailored for Australian growing conditions:
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