Description
Million Hearts Variegated is a highly ornamental, trailing epiphytic plant prized for its tiny, heart-shaped leaves and elegant cascading habit. It is a variegated form of Dischidia ruscifolia, belonging to the milkweed family (Apocynaceae), and is closely related to Hoyas.
🌿 Plant Appearance
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Leaves:
Small, thick, succulent-like heart-shaped leaves, typically 1–2 cm in size.
Variegation shows creamy white to pale yellow margins with soft to medium green centers.
Leaves grow in dense opposite pairs, creating a lush, curtain-like effect. -
Stems:
Fine, flexible, and trailing stems that can reach 1–2 meters or more when mature.
Ideal for hanging baskets, mounted displays, or shelves. -
Growth Habit:
Slow to moderate growth.
Naturally epiphytic—often grown mounted on bark, wood, or in airy baskets.
🌸 Flowers
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Blooms:
Tiny, star-shaped to urn-like flowers, usually white, pale cream, or light pink.
Flowers are subtle, not showy, and appear sporadically in warm, humid conditions. -
Fragrance:
Mild to none.
☀️ Light Requirements
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Bright, indirect light is ideal.
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Can tolerate gentle morning sun.
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Too much direct sun may scorch variegated leaves, while low light reduces variegation.
💧 Water & Humidity
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Water when the top layer dries slightly.
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Avoid waterlogging; roots are sensitive to rot.
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Enjoys high humidity (60–80%), making it excellent for tropical climates or indoor humidity.
🌡️ Temperature
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Ideal range: 18–30°C
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Protect from cold drafts; avoid temperatures below 12°C.
🌱 Potting Medium
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Very well-draining, airy mix (orchid bark + coco chips + perlite or charcoal).
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Can also be grown mounted, mimicking its natural habitat.
🌿 Fertilization
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Light feeder.
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Use a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once every 3–4 weeks during active growth.
🐾 Toxicity
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Generally considered non-toxic, but sap may irritate sensitive skin.
⭐ Special Features
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Extremely decorative cascading foliage
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Compact leaves with striking variegation
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Easy-care, drought-tolerant once established
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Perfect for hanging baskets, terrariums, and indoor jungle setups
If you want, I can also give you a short nursery-style description, care guide, or comparison with Hoya curtisii / Dischidia nummularia 🌱
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