{"product_id":"hoya-puber","title":"Hoya puber (ex. Hoya picta) - XL specimens","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya puber\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a collector's species, grown for its fine, subtly pubescent leaves and its blooms made up of numerous small flowers. XL specimens have a lush habit, with long, flexible vines suitable for hanging displays. The species name refers to the plant's fine hairs, especially visible up close and in side lighting, which give the foliage a matte, slightly velvety texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage and growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are relatively small, elliptical to slightly lanceolate, green, and covered with fine hairs. The vines can be left trailing or trained onto a support. During transport or when adapting to a new environment, long, flexible vines may show minor damage, creases, or handling marks; these are aesthetic imperfections and do not prevent the plant from producing new leaves and shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers and fragrance.\u003c\/strong\u003e The compact inflorescences consist of small, star-shaped flowers in reddish-brown tones, with a golden-yellow corona. Although the individual flowers are subtle, their number can create a lush display. The fragrance is sweet and may be intense, while the flowers can last approximately 6–7 days after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical identity and origin.\u003c\/strong\u003e The accepted botanical name is \u003cem\u003eHoya puber\u003c\/em\u003e Blume, published in 1827. The species is native from Sumatra to western Java and from Borneo, including Sabah and Kalimantan, where it grows as an epiphytic subshrub in the humid tropical biome. \u003cem\u003eHoya picta\u003c\/em\u003e (Blume) Miq., \u003cem\u003eAcanthostemma pictum\u003c\/em\u003e Blume, and \u003cem\u003eAcanthostemma puberum\u003c\/em\u003e (Blume) Blume are historical names associated with the same taxon, not simply commercial errors. In collections, the plant may be confused with other small-leaved Hoya, including \u003cem\u003eHoya nummularioides\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL specimens.\u003c\/strong\u003e The product is offered as an XL specimen, with well-developed vines; the exact shape and length of the growth vary naturally.\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, fertilizing, 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 Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"without flowers - 14 cm pot with hanger","offer_id":42441624223942,"sku":"","price":30.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"with flowers\/peduncles - 14 cm pot with hanger","offer_id":54697306685766,"sku":"Flori\/pedunculi!","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/2ED86A5A-AD4A-41E3-9D42-14D3A0676AE1.jpg?v=1787563143","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-ee\/products\/hoya-puber","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}