Hoya loyceandrewsiana – Large-Leaf “Dinner Plate” Hoya

Hoya loyceandrewsiana is a slow but rewarding epiphytic vine with oversized, round leaves that create a clean, graphic look on trellises, hoops, or hanging planters. Given time and good conditions, it produces fragrant, spherical clusters of waxy flowers, adding to its status as a true showpiece plant.

Detailed description

This species naturally grows as an epiphyte, creeping and twining through warm, humid forest canopies. In cultivation, it thrives when given an airy, chunky substrate and bright, indirect light. The leaves are thick, succulent, and broadly round, often lightly veined and sometimes splashed, giving each vine an almost minimalist, modern aesthetic. Growth is relatively slow, especially while it establishes, but as the plant matures the leaves increase in size and presence, living up to its “dinner plate” nickname. It’s ideal for experienced houseplant keepers and Hoya enthusiasts who enjoy watching a plant develop into a long-lived specimen over several seasons.

Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light near a bright window or under strong but diffused grow lights.

• Gentle morning or late afternoon sun is usually fine; avoid harsh midday sun on the leaves.

• Low light will slow growth and reduce the likelihood of flowering.

Water

• Allow the top portion of the mix to dry out between waterings, then water thoroughly until excess drains.

• This thick-leaved Hoya is sensitive to overwatering—aim for “evenly dry-to-slightly moist,” not constantly wet.

• Water less frequently in cooler, darker months when the plant is growing more slowly.

Soil & potting

• Use a coarse, well-draining mix: orchid bark, perlite or pumice, and a bit of potting soil or coco/coir works well.

• Avoid dense, heavy soil that stays wet; roots should have plenty of air.

• Always plant in containers with drainage holes.

Humidity & temperature

• Enjoys moderate to higher humidity, around 50–70% or more, though it can adapt to typical indoor levels over time.

• Ideal temperatures are roughly 65–85°F; keep away from cold drafts and prolonged temperatures below 60°F.

Fertilizer & growth

• Feed every 3–4 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength.

• Reduce or stop fertilizing in autumn and winter when growth slows.

• Train the vines on a trellis or hoop to show off the large leaves; growth is measured but steady once established.

Pet & child safety

• Hoyas are generally considered non-toxic, but they’re ornamental plants only. It’s best to discourage pets and children from chewing or ingesting any part of the plant.