Hoya nicholsoniae 'New Guinea Ghost'

Purchased cutting from Jackie October 25, 2025

Planted rooted cutting November 28, 2025
As of June 26, 2026, still no new growth

Purchased cutting from Vanessa June 22, 2026 (pkup was 6-26-26)

Planted rooted cutting and Jackie's rooted leaf together July 10, 2026

​The New Guinea Ghost Hoya, a cultivar of Hoya nicholsoniae, is a unique and ethereal plant. Its leaves are thick, succulent, and often display a striking silvery-gray or bluish-silver hue, giving them a ghostly, almost translucent quality. Its distinctive foliage, sometimes developing soft pink or purple undertones in brighter light, makes it a highly sought-after collector’s plant. Native to the lowland rainforests of Papua New Guinea and northeastern Australia, this epiphyte clings to trees in its natural habitat.

​To care for Hoya nicholsoniae 'New Guinea Ghost', follow these guidelines:

• Light - Place in bright, indirect light; ideal for east-facing windows or south/west-facing windows with sheer curtains.
• Watering - Use the "soak and dry" method; allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out completely before watering thoroughly.
• Humidity - Maintain high humidity levels; increase humidity by grouping plants or using a pebble tray.
• Temperature - Keep in a warm environment, ideally between 65-85°F.
• Soil - Use a well-draining potting mix, such as orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir, to prevent waterlogging.