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Hoya purpureofusca
Also Known As
- Hoya cinnamomifolia var. purpureofusca
- Hoya purpureofusca var. purpureofusca
- Black Hoya
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 6"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 11-12
Hoya purpureofusca plant details
Hoya purpureofusca is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoya purpureofusca
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, long-blooming, trailing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoya purpureofusca
- USDA Zones: 11 - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Garden photo gallery of Hoya purpureofusca
Gardening facts about Hoya purpureofusca plant
How to Grow Hoya purpureofusca
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Hoya for your garden
aka Hoya carnosa 'Picta', Hoya compacta 'Regalis', Hoya compacta 'Variegata', Hoya compacta variegata, Angel Rope, Hindu Rope, Hoya, Porcelain Flower, Variegated Hindu Rope, Variegated Indian Rope, Wax Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3"-6"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Mathilde Porcelain Flower, Mathilde Wax Flower
Plant Type
Vine
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 1'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Wax Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - bright shade
- occasional
aka Hoya carnosa 'Crispa', Hoya carnosa 'Hindu Rope', Hoya carnosa 'Krinkle Kurls', Hoya compacta, Angel Rope, Green Curls, Hindu Rope, Hindu Rope Plant, Indian Rope, Porcelain Flower
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 1'-6'
Width: 1'-6'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Porcelain Flower, Sweethearts, Valentine Hoya, Wax Hearts
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
11-12
Size
Height: 1'-10'
Width: 1'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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