Unveiling the Diverse World of Hoya Plants: A Comprehensive Guide to 29 Fascinating Varieties

ByVictoria Arias
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Looking to expand your plant collection with stunning varieties of Hoya plants? With their vibrant foliage and captivating flowers, Hoyas are a fantastic addition to any indoor garden. But with so many different types available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your space.

This in-depth guide will take you on a tour of 29 of the most fabulous types of Hoya plants. From the classic favorites to the unique cultivars, this comprehensive list will help you discover the perfect Hoya for your home.

Let’s dive into the world of Hoyas and explore their diverse colors, textures, and patterns. Along the way, we’ll also shed light on some common identity mix-ups among different Hoya varieties, so you can confidently select the plants that will thrive in your growing conditions.

Understanding the Variety of Hoya Plants

Hoyas come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, making them an exciting choice for plant enthusiasts. Each variety has its unique characteristics, from glossy green leaves to fragrant flowers. Let’s embark on a journey to discover the beauty of 29 different types of Hoya plants.

  1. Albomarginata
  2. Large succulent leaves with creamy yellow margins
  3. Variegated naturally occurring variety of H. kerrii

  4. White flowers with russet centers, vines reaching up to 13 feet long

  5. Australis

  6. Fast-growing hoya with broad oval-shaped leaves
  7. Fragrant white flowers with reddish centers, hardy in USDA Zones 10a-11

  8. Available in a four-inch pot from Hirt’s Gardens

  9. Bella

  10. Also known as the “beautiful hoya”
  11. Light green arrowhead-shaped leaves with pinkish-purple flowers

  12. Compact variety, perfect for indoor spaces

  13. Bilobata

  14. Small to medium elliptical grayish-green leaves
  15. Vines reaching about two feet long, prefers bright indirect light

  16. Confused with H. sp. aff. burtoniae due to similar appearance

  17. Callistophylla

  18. Large leathery light green leaves with contrasting darker green veins
  19. Borneo native with white star-shaped flowers, mildly fragrant

  20. Available in a four-inch pot from The Plant Farm Store

  21. Chelsea

  22. Cultivar of H. carnosa with thick cupped green leaves
  23. Large rounded pale pink flowers with red centers

  24. Cold hardy in Zones 9b-11, considered nontoxic to pets

  25. Curtisii

  26. Light to olive green leaves with silver mottling
  27. Reflexed cream-colored flowers with red-orange centers, prefers cooler conditions

  28. Available in a six-inch pot from California Tropicals

  29. Diversifolia

  30. Oval-shaped tropical species with eight-feet long vines
  31. Creamy pale pink flowers with darker pink centers, adaptable to different growing conditions

  32. Ethnobotanically used in Malaysia, critically endangered in some habitats

  33. Elliptica

  34. White veined elliptical green leaves with prominent tortoiseshell pattern
  35. Fussy species requiring high humidity and medium light

  36. Available in a six-inch pot from California Tropicals

  37. Kentiana

    • Long narrow green leaves with reddish edges growing on eight-feet long vines
    • Maroon flowers with butterscotch scent, available in a four-inch pot from BubbleBlooms

The list of intriguing Hoya varieties continues, each plant offering a unique blend of colors, textures, and fragrances. Let’s delve deeper into the diverse world of Hoyas and explore more captivating species.

11. Krinkle 8

  • Cultivar of H. carnosa with long oval-shaped leaves
  • Pale pink flowers with red centers on vines reaching six feet long
  • Available in a six-inch pot from California Tropicals

12. Linearis

  • H. linearis features long thin slightly fuzzy leaves with pointed ends
  • Native to high-elevation regions of China, Laos, and India
  • Pendant clusters of white flowers with citrusy fragrance

13. Lisa

  • Variegated cultivar of H. australis with watercolor-like foliage
  • Live starter plant available in a two-inch pot from Hirt’s Gardens
  • Bright pink new foliage and elliptical leaves

14. Mathilde

  • Hoya hybrid with velvety textured foliage covered in small hairs
  • Dark green leaves with silver flecks and oval shape, available in a two-inch pot
  • Large inflorescences of fragrant white flowers with reddish centers

15. Mindorensis

  • Glossy elliptical green leaves with pink-tinted white flowers
  • Tropical species native to Borneo and the Philippines, available in a six-inch pot
  • Dense umbels of flowers with dark red, reddish pink, or yellow colors

Conclusion

With Hoyas, the possibilities are endless. From the classic beauties like ‘Chelsea’ and ‘Bella’ to the more obscure varieties like ‘Sumatra’ and ‘Rubra,’ each plant tells a unique story through its foliage and flowers. Consider adding a touch of tropical elegance to your home with a vibrant Hoya plant from the extensive selection available. Happy planting!

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