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Hoya Carnosa Wilber Graves 'China' Mother Plant

Hoya Carnosa Wilber Graves 'China' Mother Plant

$85.00
$85.00
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Elevate your rare collection with the highly sought-after Hoya Carnosa Wilber Graves 'China' Mother Plant. Renowned among rare hoya enthusiasts, this prized clone of Hoya carnosa is celebrated for its thick, succulent foliage decorated with an extraordinary sheet of dense, brilliant metallic silver splash across deep forest-green leaves.

Offered as a mature Mother Plant, this specimen features an extensive, fully established root system and hardened, lignified vines with multiple active growth points. It creates an immediate centerpiece display on a support trellis and serves as a premier, high-yield stock plant for taking healthy propagation cuttings.

Key Features & Highlights

  • High-Grade Silver Splash: Leaves feature near-complete silver coverage with gorgeous contrasting dark green flecks.

  • Collector-Grade Mother Specimen: Fully rooted with mature, hardened stems and active nodes—bypassing the slow unrooted phase.

  • Fragrant Carnosa Blooms: Capable of producing clusters of fuzzy, sweet-smelling pinkish-white star flowers under bright lighting.

  • Hardy & Adaptable Epiphyte: Thick leaf texture provides exceptional drought tolerance for low-stress indoor care.

Care Guide & Growing Conditions

Parameter Recommended Care
Light Bright, indirect light; strong light intensity maintains maximum silver splash expression.
Watering Allow the potting medium to dry out 60–70% between waterings to safeguard root health.
Soil Mix Chunky, fast-draining epiphytic mix (coarse orchid bark, pumice, perlite, and charcoal).
Humidity Thrives in 50%+ relative humidity; adapts smoothly to standard indoor household air.
Temperature Ideal indoor range between 65°F and 85°F (18°C to 29°C). Protect from cold drafts.


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Hoya Genus

The Hoya genus, encompassing over 500 species, is a diverse and fascinating group of tropical plants within the Apocynaceae family. Native to various regions across Asia, Australia, and the Pacific islands, Hoyas are predominantly evergreen perennial creepers or vines, though some species can also grow as shrubs. They often grow epiphytically on trees, using adventitious roots to climb, but can also be found growing terrestrially or in rocky areas.

Hoya plants are characterized by their simple, succulent leaves arranged in an opposite pattern, which vary greatly in size, texture, color, and venation.

One of the most striking features of Hoya plants is their flowers, which are typically star-shaped and waxy, appearing in clusters. Flower colors range widely from white and pink to yellow, orange, dark red, near-black, and even green, often accompanied by a sweet fragrance and abundant nectar production.

Hoya Care

Hoyas do best in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, such as a mix designed for orchids or cacti. They prefer to be slightly root-bound, so repot only when absolutely necessary to avoid excess moisture, which can lead to root rot. Water sparingly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings, and ensure good air circulation around the plant. Hoyas are generally resistant to pests but keep an eye out for mealybugs, which may appear on the undersides of leaves or along stems.

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