Hoya latifolia ‘Sarawak Cream’ alocasia Light pruning in early spring

Light pruning in early spring helps control growth and encourages new flowering shoots

The plant’s juvenile shingling phase is a survival adaptation – the pressed leaves help it climb silently and safely toward the canopy

Use a well-draining but moisture retentive soil

Overwatering can lead to yellowing leaves and root problems

Hoya latifolia ‘Sarawak Cream’ alocasia Light pruning in early springThis Hoya's large, rounded leaves really help it stand out. A rare variety, its silvery veins pattern mid green leaves on which you might spot the odd speck of characteristic Hoya 'splash' variegation. In spring or summer you may be blessed with clusters of cream coloured, star shaped and sweet scented flowers. As with many Hoyas, you can train this one to climb a structure or let it hang down or trail. Impress with this rare Hoya by keeping it in