Hoya ‘Sweetheart’ – Heart-Shaped Easy-Care Indoor Plant

Hoya 'Sweetheart' – The Perfect Gift Plant with Heart-Shaped Charm

The Hoya 'Sweetheart', also known as Hoya kerrii, is a slow-growing succulent vine most often sold as a single, heart-shaped leaf rooted in soil. Its thick, fleshy foliage and unique shape make it one of the most iconic and gift-worthy houseplants on the market. Often shared on Valentine’s Day or anniversaries, this compact plant is more than a novelty — it's a long-lived, low-maintenance succulent that will thrive in the right conditions.

With time and care, rooted Sweetheart Hoyas may grow into a full vining plant with multiple heart-shaped leaves, making them both sentimental and surprisingly hardy.

Product Highlights

Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light but avoid prolonged direct sun

Water: Allow soil to fully dry between waterings; very drought-tolerant

Size: Ships as a single rooted leaf or juvenile vine in a 2"–4" nursery pot; slow-growing habit

Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and humans

Style: Thick, heart-shaped leaves in deep green; compact and iconic design plant or gift

Care Level: Very easy; ideal for beginners, gifts, and small spaces

How to Care for Your Hoya 'Sweetheart'

Place your Hoya in a well-lit space with bright, indirect sunlight. Direct sun may scorch its leaves, while low light will stall growth entirely. Use a well-draining potting mix designed for succulents or Hoyas — typically a blend of indoor potting soil, perlite, and orchid bark.

Water sparingly, only when the soil is completely dry. This plant is highly drought-tolerant and prefers to err on the dry side. Do not mist, as excess humidity on the leaf surface can lead to spotting or rot. If your plant is a single rooted leaf, note that it may remain as-is for a long time before sending out new growth.

Hoya kerrii is extremely slow to grow, but its charm and ease of care make it a favorite for collectors and minimalists alike.

Why Garden Wrld?

Each Hoya 'Sweetheart' is greenhouse-grown and carefully rooted for health and longevity. We ship securely using eco-friendly packaging and include a digital care guide tailored to your specific plant. Our support team is available to answer questions and help you care for your Hoya long after it arrives.

Pro Tip: Many single-leaf Sweetheart Hoyas are decorative and may not grow into vines unless part of a rooted cutting with stem tissue. Keep it in bright light and be patient — it's a plant that rewards time.

*******Please note the 4"plant will not grow vines as it is a leaf cutting