Hoya Lacunosa Laos 6cm Pot 8cm Height House Plant

Hoya lacunosa ‘Laos’ is a compact, highly floriferous hoya form admired for its small, textured leaves and intensely fragrant flowers. Originating from Laos, this variety stays neat and manageable, making it perfect for shelves, hanging pots, or small trellises.

Appearance & Growth Habit

This is a fine-leaved, trailing hoya with small, oval leaves that often show subtle texture or light veining. Growth is dense rather than leggy, especially in good light. It’s best known for its frequent flowering: tight clusters of fuzzy, star-shaped blooms, usually creamy white with a yellow centre.

The flowers are strongly scented, often described as sweet, spicy, or cinnamon-like—especially noticeable in the evening.

Light

Bright indirect light is ideal. Good light encourages compact growth and regular flowering. It tolerates medium light, but flowering will be reduced. Avoid strong direct sun, which can scorch the small leaves.

Watering

Allow the compost to dry out slightly between waterings. Hoya lacunosa has fine roots and dislikes sitting in wet soil. Water thoroughly, then allow excess water to drain away. It’s more tolerant of slight underwatering than overwatering.

Humidity

Prefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%), though it adapts well to normal household conditions. Higher humidity can encourage faster growth and more reliable blooming.

Temperature

Thrives between 18–26°C. Protect from cold draughts and temperatures below 14–15°C, which can slow growth and stress the plant.

Compost & Potting

Use a very free-draining, airy hoya mix. A blend of houseplant compost, orchid bark, and perlite works well. This species enjoys being slightly root-bound, which often encourages flowering, so repot only every 2–3 years.

Feeding

Feed lightly during spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertiliser every 4–6 weeks. Avoid heavy feeding, which can lead to soft growth at the expense of flowers. No feeding is needed in winter.

Flowering Tips

• Keep slightly root-bound

• Provide bright, consistent light

• Warm temperatures help trigger blooms

• Never remove old flower spurs — flowers rebloom from the same peduncles

Maintenance

Very low maintenance. Trim lightly if needed to control length or encourage branching. Avoid frequent repositioning, as hoyas prefer stable conditions.

Common Issues

• Yellowing leaves: Usually overwatering

• Soft or wrinkled leaves: Inconsistent watering or root stress

• Few flowers: Insufficient light or plant still establishing

• Leaf scorch: Too much direct sun

Pet Safety

Like most hoyas, Hoya lacunosa ‘Laos’ is generally considered pet-friendly, making it suitable for homes with cats and dogs.