Hoya Mathilde splash

Purchased cutting from Jackie December 2025

Planted rooted cutting February 20, 2026

I goofed and had rooted this cutting upside down.
I cut and rooted the correct way. 
7-3-26, I potted the rooted cutting.

Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ is a popular hybrid houseplant, a direct cross between Hoya carnosa and Hoya serpens. It features small, rounded, slightly fuzzy, succulent-like leaves, typically green with eye-catching silver or white splash markings that become more prominent with ample indirect light. This plant grows as a compact vining epiphyte, naturally drawing moisture and nutrients from the air in its native Southeast Asian environment. While primarily grown for its foliage, mature Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ can produce clusters of fragrant, star-shaped flowers, typically white and fuzzy with a pink center, though blooming is less common indoors.

• Light - Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ thrives in bright, indirect light, mimicking its natural habitat where it receives filtered sunlight. Placing it near an east or west-facing window is ideal, or a south-facing window with a sheer curtain to diffuse intense light. Too much direct sun, especially harsh afternoon sun, can scorch its leaves, while insufficient light may lead to slower growth and less pronounced silver variegation.
• Watering - Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ involves allowing the soil to dry out significantly between waterings, typically when the top 80-90% of the soil feels dry. Overwatering is a common issue that can lead to root rot, so ensure excess water drains completely from the pot. Underwatering, on the other hand, can cause the leaves to become thin, wrinkly, and limp, though the plant often recovers once watered.
• Medium -A well-draining, airy potting mix is important for Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ to prevent waterlogging and ensure good aeration for its roots. As epiphytes, their roots benefit from an environment that allows for proper gas exchange. A suitable mix often includes ingredients like orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir, which provide the necessary drainage and air circulation. Some growers also add a small amount of worm castings for a nutrient boost.
• Temperature & Humidity - This Hoya prefers temperatures between 65-85°F and enjoys moderate to high humidity levels, ideally between 50-70%. While it can adapt to average indoor humidity, providing higher humidity can encourage more vigorous growth and flowering. Ways to increase humidity include using a humidifier, placing the plant on a pebble tray, or grouping it with other plants.
• Fertilization - During its active growing season in spring and summer, Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ benefits from regular fertilization. A balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength, can be applied monthly. Reducing or stopping fertilization during the cooler winter months is recommended, especially if the plant is not actively producing new leaves.