Plants in family apocynaceae
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii 'Silver Glory'
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii 'Silver Glory', a succulent vine native to Africa, is known for its heart-shaped leaves in shades of green and silver. It forms small gray tubers on stem nodes and thrives in bright light or direct sun. This plant requires dry conditions between waterings.
Hoya 'Rebecca'
Hoya 'Rebecca' is a hybrid plant that combines traits from Hoya lacunosa 'Langkawi Island' and H. obscura. It is easy to care for and grows quickly, producing clusters of fuzzy pink flowers with golden yellow centers. The plant's pointed oval leaves turn red in bright light, adding to its visual appeal.
Hoya obscura
Hoya obscura is a fast-growing epiphyte from the Philippines, known for its medium-sized veined leaves that change color with light exposure. The plant produces clusters of star-shaped flowers with an intense fragrance. It prefers bright, indirect light and can be grown as a trailing or twining houseplant.
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii, commonly known as chain-of-hearts, is a trailing succulent vine native to South Africa. It features heart-shaped leaves with a gray reticulate pattern and purplish-red undersides. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in bright, indirect light with well-draining soil. It is ideal for hanging baskets and requires minimal watering, making it a popular houseplant.
Hoya linearis
Hoya linearis is a distinctive plant native to Nepal and China, known for its nearly cylindrical leaves and trailing growth habit. It produces white, star-shaped flowers with a lemon scent and requires a humid environment with shade to partial shade.
Hoya verticillata var. verticillata 'New Guinea Ghost'
Hoya verticillata var. verticillata 'New Guinea Ghost' is a natural sport with silver leaves, collected in Papua New Guinea. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees with 50-60% humidity.
Pachypodium rosulatum
Pachypodium rosulatum, also known as the Elephant's Foot Plant, is a shrubby perennial with a bottle-shaped trunk and thorny cylindrical arms. It produces unique sulphur-yellow flowers and is native to Madagascar, thriving in sunny, stony areas.
Hoya lacunosa
Hoya lacunosa is an epiphytic vining climber native to Southeast Asia, known for its smooth, ovate leaves and cinnamon-scented flowers. This plant blooms from spring to fall, producing clusters of star-shaped, fragrant flowers. It tolerates dry conditions and neglectful watering, making it an easy-care option for indoor environments. Hoya lacunosa thrives in partial sun and should be watered when the soil is dry.
Stapelia leendertziae
Stapelia leendertziae is a fascinating succulent native to the dry shrublands and rocky areas of South Africa and Eswatini. It is known for its unique flowers that mimic the smell of decaying flesh to attract flies for pollination. This adaptation makes it an intriguing addition to any plant collection, especially for those interested in unusual pollination strategies.
Hoya lacunosa 'Snow Caps'
Hoya lacunosa 'Snow Caps' is a plant known for its lance-shaped leaves speckled with silver spots and spherical clusters of fuzzy white flowers. The flowers have a perfumed scent, adding a delightful fragrance to any indoor space. Hoya lacunosa 'Snow Caps' is an excellent choice for hanging baskets or as a trailing plant, offering both visual and olfactory appeal.
Hoya krohniana 'Eskimo'
Hoya krohniana 'Eskimo' is a slow-growing vining epiphyte native to Southeast Asia, known for its heart-shaped silver leaves. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, producing star-shaped, fragrant flowers. Its air-purifying qualities and easy care requirements make it a popular choice for indoor environments. The plant's unique appearance and ability to thrive in various conditions add to its appeal, making it a favorite among plant enthusiasts.
Pachypodium lamerei
Pachypodium lamerei, native to Madagascar, is a stem succulent with a shiny silver trunk and long, sharp spines. It grows up to 6 feet indoors and 15 feet outdoors, thriving in bright, indirect light and high humidity. This plant is drought-tolerant and known for its large, fragrant flowers.
Huernia zebrina
Huernia zebrina is a unique succulent known for its striking stem shapes and colors, native to southern Africa. It thrives in bright light and requires minimal watering, making it ideal for sunny indoor spots or summer patios. This drought-tolerant plant prefers a well-draining soil mix, often enhanced with pumice or perlite. It is recognized for its ability to reproduce in various ways and is a recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Huernia zebrina is well-suited for container gardening and can be a fascinating addition to any succulent collection.
Hoya 'Parviflora Splash'
Hoya 'Parviflora Splash' is a rare plant from Thailand with long, narrow leaves adorned with silver splashes and delicate pink-orange flowers. It thrives in bright indirect light and requires well-draining soil.
Hoya latifolia 'Bai Bua'
Hoya latifolia 'Bai Bua' features striking green striping and splashy variegation on its leaves. It grows best in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant has a trailing or twining growth habit and should be watered when the soil surface is dry.
Hoya aurigueana
Hoya aurigueana is a twining epiphytic vine endemic to the Quezon province of Luzon, Philippines. Known as a porcelainflower or wax plant, it features narrow elliptical leaves that are waxy and succulent. The flowers are a peachy coral with pink-tipped corollas, adding a delicate beauty to its appearance. This species, described in 2012, is a unique addition to any collection of tropical plants.
Hoya finlaysonii 'Chicken Farm'
Hoya finlaysonii 'Chicken Farm' is a tropical plant celebrated for its extra splashy variegation and gorgeous veining. It thrives in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This Hoya has a trailing or twining growth habit, making it suitable for hanging baskets or as a climbing plant. It requires watering when the soil surface is dry to the touch.
Hoya sipitangensis
Hoya sipitangensis is a tropical plant with elongated, lance-shaped leaves and deep green, waxy foliage. It features clusters of star-shaped flowers in white or pale pink, with a distinctive pink star at the center. This plant prefers bright, indirect light and a temperature range of 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
Hoya oblongacutifolia
Hoya oblongacutifolia, previously known as Hoya graveolens, is a fragrant flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It grows in limestone soils and features dark green, oblong leaves. The small, white flowers are heavily scented, making it a delightful addition to any collection.
Pachypodium lamerei 'Madagascar Palm'
Pachypodium lamerei, commonly known as the 'Madagascar Palm', is a semi-succulent plant that is easy to care for. It requires plenty of sunlight and minimal watering, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny locations.
Hoya ovalifolia
Hoya ovalifolia is a trailing or twining plant endemic to India, known for its small, ovate succulent leaves with a prominent midvein. It produces clusters of small flowers with white outer petals and a purple corona. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and requires watering when the soil surface is dry.
Hoya affinis 'Burtoniae'
Hoya affinis 'Burtoniae' is a rare plant with elliptical-shaped green leaves and white-green veining. It prefers bright, indirect light and can produce blooms with sufficient light. This easy-care plant is suitable for pet-friendly environments.
Hoya fitchii
Hoya fitchii, native to the Philippines, is a tropical plant named after Charles Marsden Fitch. It features veined leaves and clustered flowers ranging from coral orange to pink. This plant thrives in high humidity and medium light, making it a beautiful addition to indoor gardens.
Dischidia bengalensis
Dischidia bengalensis, also known as the 'Helicopter Plant', is a twining epiphyte native to South Asia. It features needle-like leaves in pairs along trailing stems and is suitable for hanging baskets. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers well-drained soil, with a temperature range of 50 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
Hoya lacunosa 'Amarillo'
Hoya lacunosa 'Amarillo' features dark green leaves with yellow variegation and thrives in bright, indirect light. It has a trailing or twining growth habit, making it ideal for hanging baskets.
Hoya australis 'Kapoho'
Hoya australis 'Kapoho' is a plant with beautiful round green leaves that are thin and smooth to the touch. It thrives in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant has a trailing or twining growth habit.
Hoya pubicalyx 'Splash'
Hoya pubicalyx 'Splash' is a fast-growing vining plant with thick, variegated silvery leaves. It blooms with fragrant flowers and requires 6-8 hours of indirect bright light. The plant thrives in high humidity and should be watered when the soil dries out. It can reach an average growth of 8-10 feet at maturity, making it a popular choice for indoor hanging displays.
Hoya carnosa 'Jade'
Hoya carnosa 'Jade' is a vining plant with thick, uniquely shaped leaves and beautiful flowers. Known for its easy care, it is pet-friendly and thrives in various light conditions, making it a popular choice for indoor gardening.
Pachypodium geayi
Pachypodium geayi is a striking plant originating from Southwest Madagascar, known for its metallic grey pachycaul trunk. It features thin, grey-green leaves with a bright pink mid-rib and produces white flowers. As one of the largest species from Madagascar, it makes a bold statement in any collection.