{"product_id":"hoya-dragon-claw","title":"Hoya ‘Dragon Claw’ (Aceh)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Dragon Claw’ (Aceh) is a cultivated Hoya that we personally picked up during our Indonesia trip in early 2026. With so many new Hoya varieties appearing over the past few years, one of April’s main goals has been building a carefully curated collection of plants that genuinely stand out, not just by name, but by appearance, growth habit, species significance, or story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you know UPT, you know we don’t collect plants simply for the sake of names, though many collectors do. We focus heavily on interesting-looking Hoyas, pure species, and plants with something special about them. This one immediately stood out to us because of how uniquely narrow the leaves become when grown in warmer and brighter environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage stays impressively skinny and elongated, especially under higher light and warmth, though lower light can produce slightly wider and darker leaves while still maintaining that slender overall shape. One of the coolest features is how the leaves subtly curl toward the tips, creating an appearance reminiscent of claws, which we believe is exactly why the cultivator gave it the name ‘Dragon Claw’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts overall look gives off a sleek, almost aggressive appearance compared to broader-leaved Hoyas, making it a standout addition in a collection full of more common foliage types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile little documented information exists for this cultivated form, the “Aceh” designation suggests origins tied to the Aceh region of northern Sumatra, Indonesia, where tropical forests provide warm temperatures, filtered light, high humidity, and excellent airflow for epiphytic Hoyas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Warmer temperatures and stronger lighting help encourage the skinny leaf shape seen in the stock photo. Lower light may result in slightly wider and darker foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow the medium to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid prolonged soggy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppreciates moderate to high humidity, though it adapts well to ambient greenhouse conditions with proper airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in warm temperatures between 65–85°F. Warmer conditions seem to encourage the narrowest foliage form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA chunky, airy mix such as coco husk blends works best to support healthy roots and consistent growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Unsolicited Plant Talks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43079368474833,"sku":"UPTUNTAPR112265S","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/4220\/5649\/files\/402864B8-5264-4B8D-B363-F3A0535D68A6.png?v=1777660419","url":"https:\/\/unsolicitedplanttalks.com\/products\/hoya-dragon-claw","provider":"Unsolicited Plant Talks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}