Cinnamon Hoya (Hoya lacunosa)

Cinnamon Hoya

Hoya lacunosa

Its tiny cinnamon-scented blooms wrap stems in sweet warmth. Evergreen epiphytic succulent vine; common name: Cinnamon Hoya.

Partial sun
1–2/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Bright indirect light; tolerates low light but produces more blooms with consistent filtered sunlight
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Watering Allow the top 2–3 cm of the growing medium to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot
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Temperature Thrives in temperatures between 18–26℃; protect from temperatures below 10℃ to avoid leaf browning
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Small, oval, succulent leaves with sunken veins (lacunae) on the upper surface
  • Flower: Clusters of star-shaped, creamy-white blooms with a distinct cinnamon fragrance
  • Stem: Slender, trailing or climbing stems with aerial roots for anchorage
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Care Guide

Watering

Keep the substrate evenly moist but not waterlogged

Fertilization

Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks. Discontinue fertilization in winter when the plant enters a period of dormancy

Banana peel tea:Soak dried banana peels in water for 24 hours, dilute the mixture 1:20 with water, and apply as a root drench to promote flowering
Pruning
  • Trim leggy stems in early spring to encourage bushier, more compact growth
  • Remove spent flower clusters to redirect the plant's energy toward new growth and future blooms
  • Untangle trailing stems periodically to maintain airflow and prevent pest infestations
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA confirms no toxicity to cats from ingestion or contact

Humans: No reported toxicity to humans from ingestion or contact

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental indoor plant valued for its fragrant blooms and trailing growth habit