Hoya kerrii

Sweetheart Hoya

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Hoya kerrii is a succulent vine with thick, heart-shaped leaves, often sold as cuttings in pots. It requires bright indirect light and rarely flowers indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sweetheart Hoya
Family Apocynaceae
Genus Hoya
Species Kerrii
Origin Thailand / Vietnam
Blooming Rarely indoors, waxy white/pink flowers with red centers
Leaf Color Deep glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with perlite or orchid bark for aeration

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings, reduce significantly in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid harsh midday sun to prevent leaf scorching

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Fertilization

Diluted balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Minimal pruning needed; trim only to control size or remove damaged vines

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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May
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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