{"product_id":"hoya-latifolia-silver","title":"Hoya latifolia (silver)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e was first described in 1826 by Carl Ludwig Blume and is widely distributed across Southeast Asia. In cultivation, there are multiple forms of \u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e, each with its own distinct traits. This particular form, \u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e (silver), is known to be the silver counterpart of \u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e (Sarawak).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features broad, rounded leaves with a soft silver overlay that gives the foliage a muted, almost frosted appearance. Like \u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e (Sarawak), it can develop that signature “bouncy” look under the right conditions. However, this form can behave quite differently depending on how it’s grown. In brighter and hotter environments, the leaves tend to grow smaller and significantly thicker, losing that soft, bouncy appearance. If you’re after those big, beautiful silver leaves, growing it under slightly lower light will help encourage larger, flatter foliage with that desirable texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, \u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e grows as an epiphyte in tropical forests, climbing trees where it receives filtered light, high humidity, and consistent airflow.\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\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. For larger, flatter, and more silver-toned leaves, slightly lower light conditions are ideal. Higher light and heat will result in smaller, thicker leaves.\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\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity, but adapts well to ambient conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives between 65–85°F. Warmer environments will influence leaf thickness and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA chunky, well-draining mix such as coco husk blends works best for healthy root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent forms of \u003cem\u003eHoya latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e can shift their entire look depending on their environment, making light and temperature key factors in how this plant expresses its signature silver foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unsolicited Plant Talks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43038407786705,"sku":"UPTUNTAPR322143S","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/4220\/5649\/files\/5D543287-4A74-45F3-8AB9-8C0944166ABD.png?v=1775614529","url":"https:\/\/unsolicitedplanttalks.com\/products\/hoya-latifolia-silver","provider":"Unsolicited Plant Talks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}