Hoya waymaniae 'Malaysia'

Hoya waymaniae 'Malaysia' is a striking epiphytic species found in the humid lowland rainforests of Peninsular Malaysia. It is admired for its vigorous growth, prominent venation, and clusters of rich orange blooms that appear under high humidity and strong light conditions.

Distinctive Features

• Foliage: The foliage is broad, lightly glossy, and distinctly veined, often exhibiting reddish tints when grown in bright light.
• Flowers: The blooms are vivid orange to deep apricot, with a waxy texture and subtle citrus-like fragrance. Flowers are produced in umbel clusters during the warmer months.
• Growth Habit: A vining epiphyte that can be grown as a trailing plant or trained to climb; responds well to trellising and regular pruning.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light or filtered morning sun. Too little light reduces flowering potential.
• Water: Water thoroughly when the top layer of the substrate is dry. Allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
• Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity (60–80%). Benefits from regular misting or placement near a humidifier in dry environments.
• Media: Use a coarse, free-draining mix such as orchid bark with perlite and coco coir. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Temperature: Ideal temperatures are 18–28 °C. Protect from temperatures below 12 °C.
• Fertiliser: Apply a balanced or low-nitrogen liquid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during the growing season.
• Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years or when roots begin to crowd the pot. Best done in early spring.

Additional Notes

• Encourages prolific blooming under consistent warmth and high humidity.
• Like many Hoyas, it may enter a semi-dormant phase in cooler seasons with reduced growth.