Sweetheart Hoya (Hoya Kerrii) is a perennial succulent, vine in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Hoya kerrii is a tropical vining plant known for its thick, succulent, heart-shaped leaves, often grown as a houseplant or ornamental vine.

Sweetheart Hoya

Sweetheart Hoya

Hoya Kerrii

Hoya kerrii is a tropical vining plant known for its thick, succulent, heart-shaped leaves, often grown as a houseplant or ornamental vine.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent, vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, air purification, climber

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sweetheart Hoya

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Hoya