Sweetheart Plant
Sweetheart Plant (Hoya carnosa) is a vine growing 6-12 feet long, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring indirect light and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Vine
Height
1-2 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, fertile
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
18-25°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
50-150 g
Flowering Time
Summer, Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental, indoor
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Air purifier, ornamental
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% peat moss, 30% perlite, 30% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Yellowing, wilting leaves Brown/black spots on leaves White cottony masses on leaves Curling, yellowing leaves Tiny webs, speckled leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune affected leaves, neem oil spray Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Copper-based fungicides, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Primarily an air-purifying plant
· Reduces indoor toxins and improves air quality