Hoya curtisii Inner Variegated

Hoya curtisii Inner Variegated is a sought-after variant of Hoya curtisii, featuring small heart-shaped leaves with subtle inner variegation - the centre of each leaf is luminous in cream or light green shades, contrasting with the silver-green margins. An elegant, prized find with a compact, trailing habit that any plant lover will adore. Growth and development The habit is trailing and creeping, with filiform stems producing leaf pairs every 2-3 weeks during the active season. Growth is slow - characteristic of the curtisii species generally, and slightly more measured for Inner Variegated due to reduced chlorophyll in leaf centres. Stems can reach 40-80 cm over several years, branching naturally at nodes. The plant excels in hanging baskets, on high shelves, or on cork bark slabs. An open terrarium with controlled humidity is also excellent - stable conditions allow variegation to express at maximum. Care requirements: Light: Strong indirect - essential for variegation maintenance. East or west window ideal. Insufficient light leads to gradual reversion. Temperature: 18-28°C optimal. Not below 12°C. Avoid cold draughts. Watering: Substrate nearly completely dry between waterings. Summer: 7-10 days. Winter: 14-21 days. Humidity: 60-80% ideal. Humidifier or pebble tray recommended. Substrate: Extremely well-draining: pine bark, perlite, coco chips, activated charcoal. Special Hoya substrate recommended. Small pot with generous drainage. Fertilising: Balanced liquid at 1/4 strength, every 2 weeks in warm season. Propagation: Stem cuttings with 2-3 nodes on moist sphagnum. Rooting: 4-8 weeks. Select stems with visible variegation. Spring is optimal. Specifications Pot diameter: 6 cm Total height (incl. pot): 10 cm Flowering stage: No flowers