Hoya obscura

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Origin: Philippines
Publication: Hoyan, 8(1): 15
Author:  Elmer ex C.M. Burton
Year: 1986

Hoya obscura is one of the easiest hoyas to grow. It grows very fast and flowers readily. So, this is a hoya I definately would recommend for the beginner. There are different clones of Hoya obscura which have different colours of the flowers, some with yellow flowers like this one and some with more pink/apricot coloured flowers. 

It can be grown both in a hanging basket or supported by a trellis. If grown supported by a trellis it will need some help arround though, as it does not twine very well. The leaves are light green, have visible veins and they are quite hard and thick. They get a nice red tint if 

exposed to the sun. The plant tolerates drought but grows better if you do not let it dry completely between waterings. I have my plant in a shaded southern window but I guess it is best placed in a window facing east or west. The scent of the flowers is in my opinion the best among hoyas. It is fresh and sweet and not too strong.

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