Hoya ischnopus – A New First-Timer For Me

Hoya ischnopus came to me as a plant labeled “NOID Came as Montana” from SRQ Hoyas in 2012.  I have spent a lot of time on the Internet looking at photos, and have come to the conclusion that this plant can be nothing but ischnopus.  It is a native of New Guinea, and is an easy grower, but will not bloom under lights, or conditions that are too warm.  The flowers look almost identical to those found on H. kenejiana, but the leaves and habits are completely different.  Here are two photos of the buds with one showing the first flowers to open.

Hoya ischnopus First Flower Opened - Summer 2014

Hoya ischnopus First Flower Opened – Summer 2014

Hoya ischnopus Buds Summer 2014

Hoya ischnopus Buds Summer 2014