Hoya burtoniae
Warm, velvety, and quietly captivating, Hoya burtoniae is a sensory delight. Its thick, elongated leaves are covered in a fine fuzz, giving them a soft, almost suede-like texture. When grown in bright light, the foliage deepens into rich olive and bronze tones, sometimes blushing with hints of red—especially along the edges.
Trailing and full-bodied, this Hoya brings a grounded, earthy presence to shelves and hanging planters. When mature, it produces clusters of deep red, star-shaped flowers with a subtle, spicy-sweet fragrance.
What It Looks Like
Thick, elongated leaves with a soft, fuzzy texture
Deep green foliage that can sun-stress into bronze or reddish tones
Trailing growth habit with sturdy, cascading vines
Produces dark red, velvety star-shaped flowers when mature
It’s a plant that feels comforting and substantial—meant to be lived with, not rushed.
Care Guide
Hoya burtoniae is resilient and forgiving, thriving with bright light and mindful watering.
Light
Bright, indirect light is ideal
Tolerates gentle morning sun
More light encourages richer leaf colour and blooming
Water
Allow the soil to dry out mostly between waterings
Thick leaves store water—overwatering is the main risk
Water less frequently in cooler months
Soil
Very well-draining, airy mix
Orchid bark, perlite, and a small amount of potting mix work well
Humidity & Temperature
Enjoys moderate to high humidity
Thrives in warm, stable indoor temperatures
Avoid cold drafts
Pet Safe & Reptile Safe
Use with caution
Hoyas are considered mildly toxic to pets (cats and dogs) if ingested
Sap may cause mild stomach upset or irritation
Reptile safety:
Not recommended for reptile enclosures
Best used as a decorative trailing plant outside habitats
If you have curious pets, place this plant out of reach.
Quick Care Tips
Bright light encourages compact growth and blooms
When unsure, wait before watering
Firm, slightly heavy leaves = healthy plant
Let vines trail naturally for fullness
Blooms come with maturity and patience
Troubleshooting
Yellowing leaves
→ Overwatering or poor drainage
→ Allow soil to dry more between waterings
Wrinkled or limp leaves
→ Underwatering
→ Water thoroughly and check root health
Loss of deep leaf colour
→ Light too low
→ Move to a brighter indirect spot
No flowers
→ Plant still maturing or insufficient light
→ Increase light gradually and be patient
