Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost

The Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost thrives in bright, indirect light, ideally placed 50 to 100 cm from an east or west facing window.

In its natural Philippine habitat, this Hoya grows under the forest canopy, filtering light through the leaves of surrounding trees. It tolerates some light but dislikes direct sunlight, which can discolor its precious silver speckles and dry out its fleshy leaves.

In summer, a light curtain or placing it a few centimeters away from the window is enough to protect it from the most intense rays. In winter, move it closer to the light source to compensate for the reduced sunlight and maintain good growth.

Important tip 🌿Avoid moving it too often: the Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost adapts to its location and reacts poorly to sudden changes in light, especially when flower buds begin to form. For rooms with low light, ourfull spectrum horticultural lampfaithfully imitates natural light, without the harmful UV rays.

Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost is considered moderately toxic to cats, dogs, and young children.

Like most plants in the Apocynaceae family, Hoya pubicalyx 'Silver Ghost' contains a slightly irritating latex in its stems and leaves. This latex can cause skin irritation upon contact and mild digestive upset if ingested, such as nausea, vomiting, or excessive salivation.

The toxicity is generally mild and does not pose a life-threatening risk to an adult pet or child, provided that ingestion remains limited. However, repeated exposure or significant ingestion warrants veterinary or medical consultation as a precaution.

What precautions should be taken on a daily basis?

Place your Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost in a high place, on a shelf or hanging, out of reach of pets and young children. Avoid leaving cut stems within easy reach, as the latex oozes more during pruning.

With a few simple placement precautions, the Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost coexists easily with your four-legged companions and children, while remaining a plant of great decorative beauty.

The leaves of the Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost most often turn yellow due to overwatering, insufficient light, or a nutrient deficiency.

• If the leaves turn yellow and become limp, the problem usually stems from excess water causing the beginning of root rot.
• If the leaves gradually turn yellow while remaining firm and dry, the plant often lacks light or fertilizer.
• If the yellowing is accompanied by small light spots, a dull appearance or fine webbing, it may be a mite infestation, common indoors, especially in dry atmospheres.

The Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost has fleshy leaves that naturally store water: yellowing associated with a soft and translucent texture is often a sign of overwatering, as these leaf reserves saturate quickly when the substrate does not drain fast enough.

Important tip 🌿One or two old leaves turning yellow from time to time is perfectly normal: it is part of the plant's natural cycle.On the other hand, there is cause for concern if several leaves turn yellow rapidly, if the phenomenon spreads to young leaves, or if growth slows down significantly.

In case of a mite infestation, prioritize ourplant-friendly biological treatments, effective and safe for your home.

The Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost is ideally repotted in the spring, between March and May, when growth actively resumes.

Repotting is necessary when:

• The roots emerge through the drainage holes.
• Growth is slowing down.
• or that the substrate compacts too quickly after watering.

As a general rule, repotting every 2 years is sufficient for an adult plant.

Note that Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost often flowers better when it is slightly cramped in its pot: avoid choosing a container that is too large, which would delay flowering and increase the risk of overwatering.

Choose a pot 2 to 3 cm wider than the old one, and make sure it has drainage holes. Ourtransparent pots to monitor the rootsare ideal: their transparency allows you to easily check the root condition after repotting, without having to disturb the plant.

Prepare a well-draining and aerated substrate, specially designed for Hoya.We recommend ourwell-draining substrates enriched with biostimulantsDesigned to promote drainage, root oxygenation, and healthy long-term growth. Complete with ourEnriched drainage mix for climbing succulents, perfectly suited to the specific needs of the Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost.

1. Carefully remove the plant from its pot, tapping the pot if necessary to loosen the root ball without pulling on the stems.
2. Gently loosen the roots if they are very compacted, without breaking them.
3. Place a layer of substrate at the bottom of the pot, position the plant upright, then fill with substrate without burying the crown.

Important tip 🌿After repotting, water the plant to help the potting mix settle around the roots and eliminate any air pockets. However, ensure that excess water can drain freely through the drainage holes.Keep in mind that repotting is always a source of stress for the plant. Repotting every two years is sufficient to ensure healthy and balanced growth.

Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost should be fertilized every 2 to 3 weeks from March to October, with a liquid fertilizer diluted in the watering water.

During autumn and winter, from November to February, significantly reduce or stop fertilizing. This is a period of dormancy during which the plant produces few or no new leaves.

Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost benefits from an enriched supply of potassium during the flowering period, as this nutrient promotes the formation of umbels and intensifies their characteristic fragrance: choose a fertilizer specifically formulated for Hoya to optimize these results.

A well-balanced intake promotes:

• denser, more colorful foliage
• steady growth,
• and improved plant resistance.

👉 For best results, we recommend ourliquid fertilizer formulated for HoyaEasy to dose, with fast visible results. Practical tips are printed directly on the back of the label and on the product information sheet, for simple and hassle-free use.

Important tip 🌿Never fertilize a plant in a dry substrate: this could burn the roots.Water normally first, then apply diluted fertilizer 2 to 3 days later, when the soil is slightly moist. Excess fertilizer can cause leaf burn. Regular but moderate fertilization will keep your Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost vigorous and healthy 💚

Water the Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost when the substrate has dried out completely, approximately every 10 to 14 days in summer and every 21 to 30 days in winter. Use room temperature water.

Thanks to its thick, fleshy leaves, Hoya pubicalyx Silver Ghost naturally stores water reserves and tolerates short periods of drought well. This foliar storage capacity makes it particularly resistant to neglecting watering, but very sensitive to overwatering, which can quickly lead to root rot.

How do I know when to water?

The finger test remains the most reliable method: insert your index finger into the substrate to a depth of 2 to 3 cm. If the substrate is dry, it's time to water. If it's still damp, wait a few more days.

Important advice:When in doubt, it's always better to wait a little longer than to overwater. Plants adapt better to underwatering than to overwatering, which quickly causes root rot.

Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost is propagated by stem cuttings in water or in a slightly moist substrate, ideally in spring or early summer when the plant is in full vegetative activity.

Preparing the cuttingSelect a healthy, vigorous stem with at least 2 nodes and 2 to 3 well-developed leaves. Make a clean cut just below a node using ourStainless steel blade pruning shears for taking cuttings without damaging the plantA clean, precise cut reduces the risk of infection and promotes rapid root development. Remove leaves located at the first node to prevent them from coming into contact with water or the substrate.

1. Prepare the cutting by cutting cleanly below the lower node and removing the lower leaves.
2. Place the cutting in ourtransparent pots to observe root developmentfilled with clear water or a slightly damp substrate, ensuring that the lower node is fully submerged or in contact with the medium.
3. Place the cutting in a bright location but out of direct sunlight, at a stable temperature of at least 20°C.

For rooting in substrate, use ourlive sphagnum moss to maintain root moisturearound the node: it maintains an optimal humidity level without suffocating the young roots. Once the roots are well formed, transplant into ourpremium substrate adapted to the needs of Hoyato support the first weeks of growth.

The Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost develops its roots relatively quickly compared to other Hoyas: expect to see the first well-formed roots in 3 to 5 weeks, depending on ambient temperature and available light. Its slightly velvety stems, characteristic of the Pubicalyx species, retain moisture well around the node, which facilitates rooting in sphagnum moss.

Important tip 🌿Maintain a constant temperature above 20°C and avoid drafts throughout the rooting process. The cutting is ready to be transplanted when the roots reach 2 to 3 cm in length and the stem begins to produce new leaves: this is a sign that the Hoya Pubicalyx Silver Ghost cutting is well established and ready for its first permanent pot.