{"product_id":"copy-of-wax-plant-hoya-memoria-gracilis","title":"Hoya linearis","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDelicately cascading and softly fuzzy, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoya linearis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a dreamy trailing houseplant unlike any other in the Hoya family. Its fine, needle-like leaves form gentle vines that spill gracefully from shelves, pots, or hanging baskets, creating a light, airy effect. Unlike the thicker, waxy leaves of other Hoyas, \u003ci\u003elinearis\u003c\/i\u003e has a softer touch and thrives in bright, indirect light. When happy, it may reward you with clusters of starry, fragrant white flowers – a sweet surprise from this understated beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eHoya linearis\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e(\u003ci\u003elinearis\u003c\/i\u003e = Latin for “narrow” or “thread-like,” describing the plant’s slender leaves)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTrailing Wax Plant, Fuzzy Hoya, Hoya linearis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to the foothills of the Himalayas, particularly Nepal and parts of northern India, where it grows as an epiphyte in cool, bright, humid forests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. A few hours of gentle morning or late afternoon sun will help it thrive, but avoid harsh midday rays. Lower light will slow growth and reduce the chance of flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etop half of the soil feels dry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Hoya linearis is less succulent than other Hoyas and prefers slightly more frequent watering, but it still dislikes sitting in soggy soil. In winter, water more sparingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEnjoys \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emoderate to high humidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It will tolerate average home levels, but misting or a humidifier will help support its fine foliage and blooming potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efree-draining, airy mix\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. A combination of orchid bark, perlite, and peat-free compost or coco coir mimics its natural epiphytic growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4–6 weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in spring and summer with a diluted orchid or houseplant fertiliser. A high-phosphorus feed in early spring can help encourage blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers temperatures between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e15–24°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Protect from cold draughts and avoid exposure to temperatures below 10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eYes – \u003ci\u003eHoya linearis\u003c\/i\u003e is considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enon-toxic to pets and humans\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAvoid repotting too frequently – this Hoya prefers to be slightly root-bound. Once settled, give it consistent light and care, and it may reward you with soft, vanilla-scented blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":43866253033725,"sku":"5759774765071","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/porcelain-flower-hoya-linearis-365164.jpg?v=1680722671","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/copy-of-wax-plant-hoya-memoria-gracilis","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}