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2" Hoya Sunrise
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2" Hoya Sunrise
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Hoya Sunrise
Hoya Sunrise is a highly sought-after Hoya known for its oval green leaves with prominent darker veining that can develop brilliant shades of red, burgundy, bronze, and purple when grown in brighter light. This dramatic color change, often called sun stressing, can make a well-grown plant look completely different depending on its lighting conditions. Mature plants can also produce clusters of small, star-shaped flowers, making Hoya Sunrise an excellent choice for hanging baskets, trellises, and Hoya collections.
The proper cultivar name is Hoya ‘Sunrise’. It is a hybrid between Hoya lacunosa and Hoya obscura, combining the attractive foliage and flowering characteristics of its parent plants. The cultivar is especially prized for its ability to develop intense red coloration while retaining contrasting dark green veins.
Care
Hoya Sunrise does best in bright, indirect light and can tolerate some gentle direct sunlight. Brighter conditions encourage stronger growth, flowering, and the red or burgundy coloration for which this cultivar is known. Plants grown in lower light will generally remain greener. Introduce direct sunlight gradually to prevent leaf scorch.
Water when the upper portion of the potting mix has dried, then water thoroughly and allow excess water to drain. Hoya Sunrise prefers to dry somewhat between waterings but should not remain completely dry for long periods, particularly while actively growing.
Use a well-draining, chunky potting mix in a container with drainage. A mixture containing orchid bark, perlite or pumice, coco coir, and a small amount of quality houseplant soil provides a good balance of moisture retention and airflow around the roots.
Hoya Sunrise prefers warm temperatures and moderate to high humidity. It can adapt to average household humidity, but additional humidity can encourage vigorous growth and healthy new foliage. Good airflow is beneficial, particularly when humidity levels are high.
This Hoya has a trailing and climbing growth habit and can be allowed to cascade from a hanging basket or trained onto a trellis. Once mature and receiving sufficient light, it can produce clusters of fragrant, star-shaped flowers. Do not remove old flower spurs, or peduncles, after blooming, because Hoyas can flower repeatedly from the same structures.
Pet Safety
Hoya Sunrise is generally considered pet-friendly and non-toxic to cats and dogs. As with any houseplant, consuming a large amount of foliage or flowers may still cause mild digestive upset, so it is best to discourage pets from chewing on the plant.
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