{"product_id":"hoya-kentiana-variegated","title":"Hoya Kentiana Variegated","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Variegated Hoya Kentiana (\u003cem\u003eHoya kentiana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegata') is a rare and highly sought-after collector cultivar prized for its slender, lance-shaped leaves edged in creamy yellow-to-white variegation against a rich, deep green center. A vining epiphyte native to Southeast Asia, it produces clusters of sweetly fragrant, star-shaped flowers in deep burgundy-pink — a stunning reward for patient growers. An exceptional addition to any Hoya collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light is ideal. A few hours of gentle morning sun will enhance variegation contrast and encourage blooming. Avoid harsh direct afternoon sun, which can scorch the lighter variegated margins. Insufficient light reduces variegation intensity and inhibits flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the top half of the soil to dry out between waterings. Hoyas are semi-succulent and store water in their leaves — they are far more tolerant of underwatering than overwatering. Reduce watering in winter when growth slows. Never let the plant sit in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%). While it adapts to average household conditions, higher humidity promotes lusher growth and more frequent blooming. A pebble tray or nearby humidifier is beneficial in drier climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives between 60–85°F (15–29°C). Protect from temperatures below 50°F (10°C) and cold drafts. Not frost-hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Potting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a well-draining, airy mix — a blend of orchid bark, perlite, and a small amount of potting mix works well. Hoyas prefer to be slightly root-bound and bloom more reliably when pot-bound. Choose a pot with drainage holes and avoid overpotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertilizer (quarter to half strength) every 2–4 weeks during the growing season (spring–summer). A phosphorus-rich fertilizer can encourage blooming. Do not fertilize in fall or winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlooming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in deep burgundy-pink with a sweet, pleasant fragrance. Do not remove spent flower spurs (peduncles) — new blooms will emerge from the same spurs each season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagate via stem cuttings with at least one node. Root in water, moist sphagnum moss, or a well-draining mix under warm, humid conditions. Variegation is maintained through stem propagation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eToxicity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-toxic to humans and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leaf and Reef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47530389110955,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/5617\/6299\/files\/IMG-4601.heic?v=1785368135","url":"https:\/\/leafandreefplants.com\/products\/hoya-kentiana-variegated","provider":"Leaf and Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}