Hoya Fishtail Plant

Hoya polyneura

Hoya polyneura, commonly known as the Fishtail Hoya, is widely grown as an indoor plant. It produces elongated, dark green leaves which are held off trailing stems. The appearance of the foliage resembles scales of a fish, hence the common name. During summer, the plants will often produce showy clusters of waxy, cream-coloured flowers with a red centre. It typically grows to 10 cm tall and will trail to 50 cm or more. Hoya polyneura is commonly grown indoors in an office or the like, where a fresh, delightful, and elegant plant is required. It can also be grown outdoors in favourable environments.