Hoya sp. 'Ban Ngong Ngoy' (Hoya 'Ban Ngong Ngoy') - Video 1
Botanical name: Hoya sp.
Common name: Hoya 'Ban Ngong Ngoy'
Cultivar: Ban Ngong Ngoy
Family: Apocynaceae (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)
Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae
Origin: Eastern Asia
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plantHoya 'Ban Ngong Ngoy'
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This Thailand species has a lovely light fragrance with a strong and vigorous growth habit similar to Hoya carnosa. The umbel of flowers is about 3" wide and boasts tiny maroon stars with white frosted edges. The leaves are dark green with silver white flecks and darker accented green veining. It's a strong grower that likes to ramble so provide support with a trellis or stake to help manage its wandering ways.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot