{"product_id":"hoya-gigas","title":"Hoya gigas - huge, fragrant flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya gigas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a climbing species from New Guinea, sought after for its unusually large flowers, in shades of reddish brown, with a yellow corona marked with brown. The original botanical description indicates a corolla of approximately 8.2 cm when fully spread, although the observed size may vary between specimens and growing conditions. Over time, the plant develops long, branched, flexible vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage and growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are oblong to elliptically oblong, with a pointed tip and rounded base. The original description mentions leaves approximately 9–14 cm long and 4.2–5.5 cm wide, with a smooth upper surface and finely pubescent underside. The plant is a tall, branched vine, with flexible stems and relatively sparse foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers and fragrance.\u003c\/strong\u003e The inflorescences may comprise approximately 3–7 large flowers, with a very broad, slightly cup-shaped corolla that is red to reddish brown and finely hairy on the inside. The type description indicates approximately 8.2 cm for the fully spread corolla, supporting the commercial range of 7–9 cm without making the size a guarantee for every bloom. The flowers are fragrant, although horticultural sources are not consistent regarding the character of the fragrance; its intensity and perceived notes may vary depending on the clone, flower age, and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical identity and origin.\u003c\/strong\u003e The accepted botanical name is \u003cem\u003eHoya gigas\u003c\/em\u003e Schltr., published in 1913. The specimen on which the species was described was collected in the northeastern part of the island, on trees in the forests along the Waria River, at an altitude of approximately 450 m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decorative pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e use an airy, well-draining mix suitable for epiphytic species. We recommend the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/products\/substrat-hoya-anthurium\"\u003eprofessional substrate for Hoya and Anthurium – SG Mix\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor complete recommendations on light, watering, substrate, fertilization, propagation, and flowering, read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/blogs\/plant-care\/specii-hoya\"\u003ecomplete Hoya care guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Taiwan","offers":[{"title":"without flowers - 1.7 inch pot","offer_id":41090501836998,"sku":"B126-54","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/products\/30299.jpg?v=1634483887","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-de\/products\/hoya-gigas","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}