Hoya mitrata is related to Hoya darwinii, but is somewhat easier to cultivate. It comes fromThailand, New Guinea and Sumatra and it was described in 1940. The leaves vary greatly in size and are prehistoric looking with lots of silver splashing and blemishes.In natureitlives in symbiosis with ants and form large cabbage shaped leaves. The flowers are a little over an inch long and half an inch wide, and have virtually no scent.

• Light: bright indiret
• Soil: epiphytic
• Water: keep slightly moist with moderate humidity
• Fertilizer: slow release

Available in 4″ nursery container