Botanical name: Hoya kerrii 'Splash'

Also known as: Hoya Kerrii Splash, Splash Sweetheart Hoya, Wax Plant

The Hoya Kerrii Splash is a beautiful cultivar prized for its thick, succulent-like heart-shaped leaves dusted with shimmering silver splashes. Unlike the single-leaf "Sweetheart Hoya" often sold as a novelty, this vining plant develops multiple leaves and long trailing stems as it matures. Given proper care, mature plants can reward growers with clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers with pink centers. Slow-growing and exceptionally durable, Hoya Kerrii Splash makes an excellent houseplant for beginners and collectors alike.

☀️ Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. A few hours of gentle morning sun can encourage faster growth, but avoid harsh afternoon sun.

💧 Water: Allow the potting mix to dry almost completely before watering. Hoyas prefer drying out slightly between waterings.

🌱 Soil: Use a chunky, fast-draining mix with orchid bark, perlite, and potting soil to promote healthy roots.

💨 Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (40–70%) but adapts well to average indoor conditions.

📏 Size: Slow-growing vine that can trail or climb 3–6 feet or more when mature.

🐾 Pet-Friendly?: ✅ Non-toxic to cats and dogs.

🪴 Where It Looks Best: Hanging baskets, climbing a trellis, shelves, desktops, or bright windows with filtered sunlight.

💡 Pro Tip: Hoyas bloom best when slightly root-bound. Avoid repotting too frequently, and never remove old flower spurs—they will often rebloom from the same spots.