Hoya australis 'Lisa'
Purchased established plant from Jackie March 6, 2026
Hoya australis 'Lisa’' Native to Australia, where it grows climbing in bright environments with strong airflow and drying cycles between rain. Roots sit in airy material that dries quickly. This cultivar is valued for its variegation and color shift. Leaves are thick, waxy, with green, cream, and pink tones that intensify under higher light.
Light requirements - Prefers east and south windows. Place 1–2 ft from the window. Grow lights 5000K–500K 10–14 inches from canopy. Foot-candles: 800–1,500 for variegation and compact growth.
Watering & environment - Allow soil to fully dry out between watering. Use a chopstick or moisture meter to confirm the root zone is dry. Prefers moderate humidity with strong airflow.
What your plant is telling you it needs water when the leaves soften and lose rigidity, when to wet the yellowing and root decline. Light issues happens when the variegation fades and leaves turn greener.
Light requirements - Prefers east and south windows. Place 1–2 ft from the window. Grow lights 5000K–500K 10–14 inches from canopy. Foot-candles: 800–1,500 for variegation and compact growth.
Watering & environment - Allow soil to fully dry out between watering. Use a chopstick or moisture meter to confirm the root zone is dry. Prefers moderate humidity with strong airflow.
What your plant is telling you it needs water when the leaves soften and lose rigidity, when to wet the yellowing and root decline. Light issues happens when the variegation fades and leaves turn greener.