Light
Very bright / some direct • approx. 20,000–40,000 lux
Apocynaceae
Hoya burtoniae
VAT included · plus
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| Country | Shipping | Free from | Transit time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Belgium | € 8.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Bulgaria | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Croatia | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Cyprus (²) | € 39.95 | No free shipping | 5–7 working days |
| Czechia | € 16.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Denmark (¹) | € 16.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Estonia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Finland | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| France (¹) | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Germany | € 8.95 | € 70 | 1–2 working days |
| Greece (¹²) | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Hungary | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Ireland | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Italy (¹) | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Latvia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Lithuania | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Luxembourg | € 12.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Malta (²) | € 39.95 | No free shipping | 5–7 working days |
| Netherlands | € 8.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Poland | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Portugal (¹) | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Romania | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Slovakia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Slovenia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Spain (¹) | € 14.95 | € 125 | 2–4 working days |
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| Switzerland | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
Notes
- ¹ Island / remote-area surcharge: added automatically at checkout for affected postcodes, including Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, Faroe Islands, Azores, Madeira, Balearic Islands, and selected Greek island postcodes. Canary Islands: we currently do not ship there.
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- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal – your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
Secure shipping – carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee – if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns – simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
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Hoya burtoniae
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~60–80% dry
Potting mix
Airy + fast-draining • Light moisture buffer • Bark-based • Medium-chunky
Temperature
Ideal: 16–24 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Growth habit
twining epiphytic vine
Support
optional
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. trail length: 60 cm • Max. spread: 45 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic & Pet Friendly
Origin & habitat
Philippines; wet tropical biome
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level; DLI is the daily light “dose” for grow lights.
- Watering: “% dry” is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage • moisture buffer • base • particle size).
- Temperature: “Ideal” comfort range; “Avoid below” marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none — whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditions—expectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
Hoya burtoniae – the Soft-Leaf Wax Plant from the Philippines
Hoya burtoniae Kloppenburg (1990) is a compact, epiphytic wax plant native to the island of Luzon in the Philippines. It’s admired for its softly textured, matte leaves and clusters of rose-red flowers that release a warm, honey-like fragrance. A member of the section Acanthostemma, this rare species remains a favourite among collectors for its graceful growth, easy care, and delicate scent.
Distinctive Traits of Hoya burtoniae
Unlike glossy species such as Hoya carnosa, Hoya burtoniae has matte, finely fuzzy green leaves covered in short hairs that give a soft, tactile feel rather than a true velvet texture. Each leaf measures about 2–4 cm in length and 1.5–2 cm in width, with an acute tip and slightly curved margins. The slender, pubescent stems trail or climb up to 60 cm, forming a compact and cascading habit.
Under bright light, mature leaves often develop a warm bronze tone. Umbels emerge at leaf axils, each carrying 15–20 small, star-shaped flowers. The corolla is rose-red to brick red and reflexed, while the corona is golden-yellow to orange, producing a glowing colour gradient. Flowers measure around 6–7 mm and emit a rich, sweet scent most intense in the evening.
Origin and Natural Habitat
Hoya burtoniae originates from Luzon Island, Rizal Province, Philippines. It grows as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches in warm, humid lowland forests – often along forest edges and clearings between 0–800 m elevation. Its environment offers bright, filtered light, high humidity, and quick-drying bark after tropical rain. These natural conditions explain its preference for airy, well-drained substrates and intolerance to stagnant moisture.
How to Grow Hoya burtoniae
- Light: Bright, indirect light or gentle morning sun. Too much direct sun can scorch the leaves; too little reduces flowering.
- Substrate: Use a loose epiphytic mix of fine bark, perlite, and a small amount of coco chips or coarse peat for airflow.
- Watering: Water thoroughly, then let the top layer of the mix dry almost completely. Consistent overwatering suffocates roots and delays blooms.
- Temperature: Ideal range 18–28 °C. Brief dips to 15 °C are tolerated if kept dry. Do not expose below 12 °C.
- Humidity: Prefers 60–80 % humidity with good air movement. Avoid stagnant, enclosed conditions.
- Feeding: Feed monthly during active growth with a diluted, balanced fertilizer. Lean feeding promotes better flowering.
- Propagation: Cuttings root easily. Take a 2–3-node segment, let it dry briefly, then root in moist perlite or an airy mix.
- Pruning & Training: Trim leggy or tangled stems to encourage branching. Keep old peduncles – they rebloom annually.
- Toxicity: Latex sap is mildly irritating but not poisonous. Handle with care and wash after contact.
Common Issues and Solutions
- No blooms: Usually caused by low light or overly rich soil. Provide brighter light and moderate feeding.
- Leaf drop: Caused by overwatering or cold. Allow substrate to dry slightly and move to a warmer spot.
- Wrinkled leaves: Normal dehydration signal – water moderately.
- Pale new leaves: Indicates nutrient deficiency or insufficient light.
- Sticky residue: Natural nectar secretion from flowers, not pests.
Notes for Collectors
Many plants sold as Hoya burtoniae in cultivation are actually Hoya DS-70 or Hoya sp. aff. bilobata. The true species has duller, softly pubescent leaves and a gentler floral scent. Hoya burtoniae remains compact and floriferous, ideal for hanging baskets or small trellises. It belongs to the section Acanthostemma and is closely related to Hoya tsangii, though its leaves are slightly larger and more matte.
Etymology
Described by Dale Kloppenburg in 1990, Hoya burtoniae was named in honour of C. M. Burton, an American Hoya specialist and contributor to the Hoyan Society journals. The type specimen (UC 229379) was originally collected by A. Loher in 1909 from the Montalban Mountains, Rizal Province, Luzon, Philippines.
Why Grow Hoya burtoniae
With its softly textured leaves, compact growth, and fragrant red flowers, Hoya burtoniae adds a subtle tropical charm to any plant collection. Easy to grow and rewarding in bloom, it’s an elegant choice for windowsills, hanging baskets, or trellised displays. Order now and enjoy one of the Philippines’ most graceful epiphytic Hoyas.
FAQs about Hoya burtoniae
Plant Care Basics:
- Care basics – Main hub with links to all houseplant care guides.
- After delivery & first week – Unpacking, first placement, and early recovery.
- Light – How much light houseplants really need indoors.
- Watering – When to water and how to avoid root rot.
- Substrates & roots – Potting mixes and drainage for strong root systems.
- Humidity – When humidity matters and what actually helps.
- Fertilizing – Simple feeding routine without burning roots.
- Problems & pests – Yellow leaves, brown tips, bugs, and fixes that work.
- Semi-hydro – How to run low-maintenance mineral substrates.
Your new plant has just travelled a long way and needs a calm start in its new home. For step-by-step unboxing and first-week care, check our after-delivery care guide. For deeper tips on how your plant settles in over the next weeks, read our houseplant acclimatization guide.
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Hoya burtoniae
Sale price€32,75
Apocynaceae
VAT included · plus Shipping costs
- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal – your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
Secure shipping – carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee – if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns – simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Hoya burtoniae
Quick Care Guide
Light
Very bright / some direct • approx. 20,000–40,000 lux
Watering
Water when ~60–80% dry
Potting mix
Airy + fast-draining • Light moisture buffer • Bark-based • Medium-chunky
Temperature
Ideal: 16–24 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Growth habit
twining epiphytic vine
Support
optional
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. trail length: 60 cm • Max. spread: 45 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic & Pet Friendly
Origin & habitat
Philippines; wet tropical biome
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level; DLI is the daily light “dose” for grow lights.
- Watering: “% dry” is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage • moisture buffer • base • particle size).
- Temperature: “Ideal” comfort range; “Avoid below” marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none — whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditions—expectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
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