Hoya Mathilde Splash

🌿 Hoya ‘Mathilde Splash’ Overview

Hoya mathilde ‘Splash’ is a beautiful variation of the popular Hoya Mathilde known for its round, slightly fuzzy leaves dusted with silver splash markings. This charming trailing plant is a hybrid of Hoya carnosa and Hoya serpens, combining the durability of carnosa with the compact leaf shape of serpens. The splash version features extra silver flecking, giving the plant a sparkling look.

✨ Appearance

• Small, round to oval leaves

• Slightly fuzzy or softly textured foliage

• Silver splash speckles scattered across the leaves

• Compact trailing or cascading vines

• Leaves typically 1–2 inches wide

• Mature plants can produce clusters of creamy white, star-shaped flowers with pink centers

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Good lighting helps enhance the silver splash pattern

• Can tolerate gentle morning sun

💧 Water

• Allow soil to dry partially between waterings

• Avoid constantly wet soil

• Slightly more tolerant of moisture than some Hoyas due to its hybrid nature

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 65–85°F

• Enjoys moderate to higher humidity (50–70%)

• Protect from temperatures below 55°F

🌱 Soil

• Thrives in a chunky, well-draining soil mix, such as:

  • Potting soil

  • Orchid bark

  • Perlite or pumice

Hoyas prefer good airflow around the roots.

🌿 Growth & Care

• Moderate grower

• Perfect for hanging baskets or trailing shelves

• Fertilize lightly during spring and summer

• Propagates easily from node cuttings

🐾 Pet Safety

• Generally considered non-toxic to pets

💚 Why Collectors Love It

• Cute round foliage with silver splash

• Compact trailing growth

• Hybrid vigor makes it fairly easy to grow

• Produces fragrant, fuzzy blooms

• Great for small spaces and hanging displays 🌿