Hoya ‘Silver Moon’ (AH-074)

Hoya ‘Silver Moon’ (AH-074) is a vining Hoya grown for thick green leaves heavily marked with silver splashing and marbling. The amount of silver varies from leaf to leaf, and some leaves can develop very heavy silver coverage. Its vines can trail naturally from a hanging pot or be trained onto a trellis or other support. Steve's Leaves

Quick Facts

• Botanical name: Hoya AH-074 ‘Silver Moon’
• Common name: Silver Moon Hoya
• Pot size: 5-inch hanging pot
• Growth habit: Climbing or trailing vine
• Light: Bright indirect light
• Water: Keep lightly moist; allow the upper portion of the mix to dry slightly between waterings
• Care level: Moderate
• Pet safety: Non-toxic to cats and dogs when treated as the Hoya carnosa AH-074 clone

Care

Light: Provide bright indirect light. Gentle morning or filtered sun can be beneficial, but avoid prolonged harsh afternoon sun. Good light helps support compact growth and strong silver patterning.

Water: Water thoroughly when the upper portion of the potting mix begins to dry. Do not keep the roots continuously saturated, but avoid leaving the plant completely dry for extended periods.

Humidity: Moderate humidity is suitable. Around 50–60% is often recommended, although established plants can adapt to average household humidity. Steve's Leaves

Soil: Use a chunky, airy, well-draining Hoya or epiphytic mix with good airflow around the roots.

Temperature: Warm indoor temperatures are best. Approximately 60–85°F is a reasonable range; protect from cold drafts and frost. Steve's Leaves

Fertilizer: Feed lightly during active growth with a balanced fertilizer according to label directions.

Growth & Habit

Silver Moon develops trailing or twining vines that can cascade from a hanging pot or be trained onto a trellis. The foliage varies naturally in the amount of silver present, from scattered splashing to leaves that are almost entirely silver. Steve's Leaves

Mature plants can produce clusters of fuzzy, star-shaped flowers. AH-074 is reported with pink flowers, sometimes showing white or salmon tones. Gabriella Plants

Pet Safety

AH-074 is commonly classified horticulturally as Hoya carnosa ‘Silver Moon’. ASPCA lists Hoya carnosa as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Steve's Leaves

As with any houseplant, chewing should still be discouraged.

After Delivery

Do not repot a freshly shipped plant for at least two weeks after delivery. Repotting during the Blackwater Plants guarantee period voids live plant guarantee coverage.