Hoya Sweetheart

Hoya Heart 💚 is loved for its thick heart-shaped leaf that makes it feel playful, giftable, and a little iconic even as a small plant. It does best in bright indirect light indoors, where it can sit happily on a desk, shelf, or sunny windowsill without needing much fuss. This is a generally easy plant, but it grows slowly and does not want to stay wet for long periods. Pro tip: let the soil dry well between waterings 🚰—overwatering is the quickest way to cause problems with this one.

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Hoya kerrii
🏷️ Common Names: Hoya Heart, Sweetheart Hoya, Valentine Hoya, Lucky Heart Plant
💧 Watering Needs: Low; allow soil to dry well between waterings
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light; can handle some gentle direct sun
🍃 Growth Habit: Slow growing succulent vine
🪴 Difficulty Level: Beginner
⚠️ Toxicity: Generally considered non-toxic to pets
🌎 Native Region: Southeast Asia

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At Austin Jungle Co, we believe plants can brighten a space, lift the mood, and make everyday life feel a little better. We focus on offering plants that feel approachable and worthwhile, with thoughtful sourcing from growers we trust.