How to care for a Hoya Heart

How To Care for a Hoya Heart

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright direct light, but can tolerate bright indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks in direct light, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This is a pet friendly plant.

Fun Fact

The Hoya kerrii is commonly referred to as the Hoya Heart because of its heart shaped leaves. This single leaf cutting is partially rooted and will be a slow grower until established.

Plant Origin

Southeast Asia

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Hoya Heart:
  • Wrinkling leaves, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Yellowing and becoming mushy, wet potting mix:

Root rot, overwatered