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Hoya Gracillis 6” Basket
Hoya Gracillis 6” Basket
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Hoya gracilis (often sold as Hoya memoria), native to the Philippines, is a trailing hoya known for its narrow, elongated leaves with subtle silver flecking and a slight reddish tint under strong light. What makes this plant special is its ability to shift color—green leaves can take on warm red or burgundy tones when light is strong, giving it a dynamic look while staying fast-growing and easy to fill out.
Light drives both color and leaf spacing. Place it in an east or south-facing window where it gets bright, consistent light without harsh direct sun sitting on the leaves for long periods. Under grow lights, use 5000K–6500K placed 8–12 inches from the top of the plant. In lower light, the leaves stay more green and spacing between nodes increases. Strong light keeps the foliage tighter and can bring out those red tones.
Watering should be controlled and slightly on the dry side. Allow the soil to dry out most of the way between waterings, then water thoroughly and let it drain, using a very airy mix of succulent soil, perlite, and orchid bark. This plant shows thirst through slight leaf thinning or softening while still holding shape. If leaves begin to drop while still firm, it often points to inconsistent watering swings. Soft stems or yellowing at the base indicate the roots are staying too wet rather than needing more water.
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