Product description
If you’re looking for a plant that completely defies the standard "vine" look, the Hoya imbricata is your winner. Known as a "shingling" plant, its leaves grow flat against a surface, overlapping each other like the scales of a dragon or shingles on a roof. In the wild, it forms a symbiotic relationship with ants, creating hollow "domatia" beneath its leaves—making it one of the most fascinating botanical curiosities in the Hoya world.
The Highlights
The Shingle Habit: Large, circular, mottled green leaves that are designed to press flat and "climb" a mount or trellis.
Intricate Patterns: Features a beautiful, "veiny" silver and purple-tinted mottling that becomes even more dramatic as the plant matures.
Unique Texture: The leaves are stiff and slightly curved, designed to "hug" whatever surface they are growing on.
Why It’s a Collector's Grail
A Living Sculpture: It doesn't just grow; it decorates. It creates a stunning vertical display that looks more like a piece of art than a typical houseplant.
The "Ant-Plant" Factor: Collectors love the lore behind this plant’s natural habitat. It’s a conversation starter for anyone who visits your shop or home.
Rare Expression: While many Hoyas look similar, the Imbricata is unmistakable. It’s a high-prestige addition for the Hoya fanatic who thinks they have everything.
Quick Care Guide
Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It needs good light to maintain its mottling, but keep it out of the harsh afternoon sun.
Water: Note! This Hoya loves moisture more than its succulent cousins. It prefers high humidity and should be misted or kept in a setup where the mount stays slightly damp, but the roots never sit in stagnant water.
Substrate: If not grown on a mount, it needs an extremely chunky, airy mix. However, it is happiest when allowed to climb a piece of cork, wood, or a moss pole.
Humidity: High Humidity is non-negotiable (70%+). Because it "hugs" its mount, it needs ambient moisture to prevent the leaves from drying out or failing to attach.
Shipping & policies
Estimated shipping date: To be calculated
Ships and local pickup from: Easley, SC
Shipping fee: $15
Sales tax:
. We're required by law to collect sales tax and applicable fees for certain tax authorities.
. Sales taxes vary depending on state.
Returns and exchanges:
. Returns and exchanges are not accepted.
Product description
If you’re looking for a plant that completely defies the standard "vine" look, the Hoya imbricata is your winner. Known as a "shingling" plant, its leaves grow flat against a surface, overlapping each other like the scales of a dragon or shingles on a roof. In the wild, it forms a symbiotic relationship with ants, creating hollow "domatia" beneath its leaves—making it one of the most fascinating botanical curiosities in the Hoya world.
The Highlights
The Shingle Habit: Large, circular, mottled green leaves that are designed to press flat and "climb" a mount or trellis.
Intricate Patterns: Features a beautiful, "veiny" silver and purple-tinted mottling that becomes even more dramatic as the plant matures.
Unique Texture: The leaves are stiff and slightly curved, designed to "hug" whatever surface they are growing on.
Why It’s a Collector's Grail
A Living Sculpture: It doesn't just grow; it decorates. It creates a stunning vertical display that looks more like a piece of art than a typical houseplant.
The "Ant-Plant" Factor: Collectors love the lore behind this plant’s natural habitat. It’s a conversation starter for anyone who visits your shop or home.
Rare Expression: While many Hoyas look similar, the Imbricata is unmistakable. It’s a high-prestige addition for the Hoya fanatic who thinks they have everything.
Quick Care Guide
Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It needs good light to maintain its mottling, but keep it out of the harsh afternoon sun.
Water: Note! This Hoya loves moisture more than its succulent cousins. It prefers high humidity and should be misted or kept in a setup where the mount stays slightly damp, but the roots never sit in stagnant water.
Substrate: If not grown on a mount, it needs an extremely chunky, airy mix. However, it is happiest when allowed to climb a piece of cork, wood, or a moss pole.
Humidity: High Humidity is non-negotiable (70%+). Because it "hugs" its mount, it needs ambient moisture to prevent the leaves from drying out or failing to attach.
Shipping & policies
Estimated shipping date: To be calculated
Ships and local pickup from: Easley, SC
Shipping fee: $15
Sales tax:
. We're required by law to collect sales tax and applicable fees for certain tax authorities.
. Sales taxes vary depending on state.
Returns and exchanges:
. Returns and exchanges are not accepted.
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