Hoya onychoides
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Hoya onychoides is native to the lowland rainforests of Papua New Guinea and is admired for its narrow foliage and its exceptionally curious flowers that resemble claw-like structures. This rarely offered species is a treasure for Hoya collectors due to its unusual floral form and lush climbing habit.
Distinctive Features
- Foliage: Slender, lance-shaped leaves with a dark green sheen, sometimes lightly textured.
- Flowers: The inflorescences are highly unusual—twisted, claw-like petals in shades of purple, burgundy, or deep pink.
- Growth Habit: A vigorous epiphytic climber or trailer, ideal for trellises or hanging baskets in humid environments.
Care Tips
- Light: Prefers bright, filtered light; avoid direct sun which may scorch delicate foliage.
- Water: Water moderately in warm months and reduce in cooler seasons. Allow the top layer of substrate to dry slightly between waterings.
- Humidity: Thrives in high humidity; regular misting or a humid growing environment is beneficial.
- Media: Use a chunky, free-draining epiphytic mix—such as orchid bark with perlite and coco husk.
- Temperature: Best kept between 18–28°C; protect from temperatures below 12°C.
- Fertiliser: Apply a weak liquid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during active growth.
- Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years or when roots fill the container, preferably in spring.
Additional Notes
- Blooming may take time in younger plants; consistent warmth and high humidity are key to flowering.
- This species is a wonderful candidate for a greenhouse or indoor jungle setup with stable tropical conditions.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
