I received two samples of Hoya sulawesiana during the height of the pandemic in the summer of 2023. I have to say that this plant has not been the easiest for me to grow, and I have struggled mightily with it needing to restart it a number of times.
Hoya sulawesiana Was First Published in 2019
Hoya sulawesiana first made its appearance in social media posts by enthusiastic, Indonesian, Hoya collectors in 2018. It was noticed by plant scientists; they then obtained samples, and it was published as a new species June 17, 2019.
Hoya sulawesiana Is Only Found In Lowland Areas
Hoya sulawesiana is only found in lowland areas growing mostly epiphytically on small tree trunks about 15 feet up. It is usually growing in 50-70% sunshine with the leaves receiving the most light turning reddish/purple in color.
Let’s Talk About Hoya sulawesiana
Hoya sulawesiana is named after the island of Sulawesi where it is endemic. It is only known from South Sulawesi in Towuti and West Sulawesi in Mamuju.
Hoya sulawesiana and Hoya decipulae
Here are two new first-time bloomers for me that we will begin discussing tomorrow with any luck!
Hoya stenakei Buds From The Front
With each passing day these Hoya stenakei buds get bigger and I get more excited!
Hoya Kaimuki and Hoya sp. Bangkok Red
I’ve kept both of these plants now for well over a decade, which is unusual for me so I would say that they are keepers!
Hoya oblongicutifolia and Hoya sp. Bangkok Red
Not much to say here other than Hoya sp. Bangkok Red is now classified as a verticillata.
Hoya kaimuki and Hoya oblongicutifolia
Probably another first having these paired together. I’ve had oblongicutifolia now for a long time, and I must really love it as I still have it.
Hoya oblongicutifolia and Hoya sp. Sulawesi No.1
I love these two together!