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Hoya acuta [black margin]
Also Known As
- Hoya parasitica 'Black Margin'
Plant type
cactus / succulent, vine
size
- H: 1'-10'
- W: 1'-10'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Hoya acuta [black margin] plant details
Hoya acuta [black margin] is an evergreen cactus / succulent or vine with black, burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoya acuta [black margin]
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen black, burgundy, green and variegated
- Mature size: 1 FT - 10 FT - wide, 1 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoya acuta [black margin]
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Hoya acuta [black margin]
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Gardening facts about Hoya acuta [black margin] plant
How to Grow Hoya acuta [black margin]
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- burgundy
- black
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Vine
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 1'-6'
Width: 1'-6'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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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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