Hoya Teacup Anemone (Fitchii)

Hoya fitchii

Straight from the Philippine Islands is a variety of wax vine known as ‘Teacup Anemone’. This variety of Hoya sends out dainty vines of medium green leaves with contrasting light-colored veining. On rare occasions, when ‘Teacup Anemone’ blooms, you will be greeted with clusters of waxy pink flowers that look like miniature sea anemones. When your ‘Teacup Anemone’ is done blooming, however, be careful not to cut away the spent flower spurs, as this variety of hoya blooms on old spurs. Like other epiphytic plants, this hoya prefers to dry out in between waterings. 

Height/Habit: 24" Trailing

Water Requirements: Hoyas prefer to dry out in between waterings. As such, water your Hoya thoroughly when the top 1-2 inches of soil feels dry. They can tolerate periods of drought, and overwatering them will cause more harm than underwatering.

Soil Requirements: When repotting your Hoya, use a chunky all-purpose potting mix, with additional orchid bark and perlite added, to ensure your Hoya has good drainage and plenty of nutrients.

PET SAFE -The ASPCA lists Hoya plants as non-toxic to cats and dogs. However, this doesn't mean they are completely safe for pets to ingest. 

Tips and Tricks:  

• Hoyas are vines, capable of trailing or climbing. If you’d like it to climb, provide it with structure, such as a moss pole, trellis, stakes, or other structure.

• Feed your Hoya once per month at half strength when it is actively growing. Reduce frequency of fertilization in the winter months. If no new leaves are growing, it does not need to be fertilized.