Hi Monica. Your Hoya looks very healthy, but I'm wondering if it could be a pubicalyx instead of carnosa. What color were the flowers on the cutting? If they were a light pink or white, it's probably a carnosa. But if they were dark, it's probably a pubicalyx. And it looks like 'Pink Silver' to me...

As far as repotting, I think you did the right thing. I try not to disturb their roots too much, but I don't think a little trimming will hurt anything. I would just be a little careful about watering until you see signs of new growth. But all looks well from your photo!

Denise in Omaha

Thanks Denise. I thought it may be a Pubicalyx too because the leaves are so dark and some are so large but it did give a white flower. I guess I'll just water it with a diluted root stimulating fertilizer.

I had a simmilar issue with a new purchase. You should have no issue helping it bounce back. What type of mix did you go for?

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Thanks Adam. I'm using a new mix Orchiata and #4 perlite. About 2 to 1 blend. I also used some aquarium stones on top to add weight to hold down the heavy stems. My local nursery highly recommended the Orchiata. It was expensive so I hope it works out.

Should be ok. I've used it straight for moth orchids in the past. The perite should hold a bit of moisure. I've used it mixed with gritty succulent mix and that works ok. But if i had to pick I reckon the pine/coir blend cymbidium orchid mix with added perlite would be the best for my conditions.

Thanks I'll look for that. Unfortunately, I can't find the Searles mix you used on some Hoyas anywhere in the US.