Sweetheart Hoya (Heartleaf)
Hoya kerrii
Malay names: Hoya
Heart-shaped leaves symbolising love and commitment; easy, drought-tolerant vine for bright shade.
🧭 Feng Shui Benefits & Placement
Benefits: Love, Commitment, Harmony
Best Placement: South-West (relationships) window with bright shade.
Avoid: Avoid heavy, wet soils.
Single-leaf cuttings are decorative but may not vine; choose rooted nodes for growth.
🌞 Light & Temperature
Light: Bright indirect/filtered sun.
Temperature: 22–34°C.
🪴 Pot & Soil
Pot: 5–10 L pot; airy chunky mix; allow to dry between waterings.
Soil Mix: Aroid/epiphyte mix: 40% bark, 20% coco chips, 20% perlite, 20% compost.
💧 Watering
Schedule: Dry: every 7–10 days; Rainy: every 10–14 days
Amount: Light
Dry most of mix before rewatering
🧪 Fertilizing
Type: Balanced dilute
Frequency: Every 6–8 weeks
Dosage: Quarter to half dose
📅 Harvest & Indicators
Start: N/A
Typical Duration: N/A
Indicators: N/A
Tips: N/A
🌱 Propagation
Node cuttings; allow to callus before planting.
🐛 Common Pests & Diseases
- Mealybugs: Isolate; alcohol swab; neem 0.5–1%.
🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)
Good airflow helps; minimal watering in low light.
📝 Planting Notes
Provide trellis if vining type.
💡 Extra Care Tips
- Do not overpot
- Use bright filtered light
Note
Feng Shui guidance varies by school; placements here follow common, practical principles and pair with climate-appropriate care. Adjust schedules based on pot size, light, and weather.
Feng Shui Disclaimer
Feng Shui interpretations and plant symbolism differ across traditions. The guidance here is general and for inspiration; it does not guarantee outcomes such as wealth, luck, or health. Results depend on many factors including home layout, maintenance, climate, and personal intention.
If a plant is unsuitable for your space or microclimate, you may substitute with symbolic elements (artwork, colors, objects) while maintaining good horticultural practices appropriate for Malaysia.