Hoya engleriana

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Hoya engleriana is one of those tricky hoyas to grow, so it is probably not the best choice for the beginner. Its natural habitat is on higher altitudes, so I grow mine in the garden room where night temperatures are cooler. I try to mist it frequently, but sometimes I forget. I also never let it dry completely between waterings. Actually it has grown quite well for me. After 1½ year it flowered for me the first time. The flowers resemble those of Hoya bella, but they are larger, about 2 cm wide. The scent is like perfume but weak. It reminds of Hoya bella.

The leaves are very small; only 1,5 cm long and 4 mm wide. They are

dark green and the centre vein is only visible on the back side of the leaf. The surface is somewhat rough. It reminds of fir. The plant grows upwards until the weight of the branches make them hang down. The leaves are either two or three at each node (see the pictures above).

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