Hoya shepherdii – Long-Leaved Hoya with a Distinct Growth Form

Hoya shepherdii, often called the String Bean Hoya, is a standout for collectors chasing unique foliage form. Its long, slender, deep green leaves resemble string beans, offering a clean and sculptural look that sets it apart from more common Hoya types. Grown for both its foliage and its potential to flower under the right conditions, this variety adds structure and variety to any Hoya collection.

Key Features

• Unusual Leaf Shape: Long, narrow leaves with a deep green colour and slight arch.
• Collector’s Favourite: A less common Hoya species with high visual contrast in mixed collections.
• Versatile Styling: Works well trailing from a pot, climbing a frame, or displayed in hanging planters.
• Indoor Grown: Acclimated to indoor conditions—no greenhouse shock.

Care Requirements

• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light. Some morning sun is tolerated.
• Watering: Allow the potting mix to dry out between waterings. Like most Hoyas, it prefers a dry spell.
• Soil: Requires a chunky, well-draining mix to protect the roots from staying wet.
• Humidity: Tolerates average indoor humidity but may benefit from higher levels in dry climates.

What to Expect

The plant pictured is a representation of the Hoya shepherdii you will receive. Each plant will vary slightly in shape and size but will be of similar quality and maturity.

Pot Size

90 mm squat pot

Growing Medium

Soil

Shipping

This plant will be sent in its plastic growing pot

We only ship plants on Mondays. Please order before 2pm on Sunday to ensure your plant will be sent the following Monday. Orders placed after this time MIGHT not be shipped untill the following week.

We only ship plants to non-quarantine states (sorry sorry WA, TAS and NT residents). Shipping of plants is capped at $18.00 per order. This includes the packing materials and labour times. We use recycled packing where possible to reduce our waste and keep cost down, but we ensure that all packing material is sturdy enough to resist damage during transit.

If no one is home to receive your order, the parcel will be left in a safe place. We will not request signature on delivery, as parcels sent back to the post office may not get picked up for days, therefore increasing the amount of stress placed on the plant(s) inside.

This plant can also be picked up from the Northern Wellbeing Centre; 113C miller st, Epping VIC. If you select this option at check-out, we will email you to organise a pick-up time.