Million Hearts Plant  is a charming tropical trailing plant known for its tiny heart-shaped leaves that grow densely along thin vines, creating a cascading effect. It’s perfect for hanging baskets, tabletops, or even mounted on wood like orchids.

 Quick Profile

• Botanical Name: Dischidia ruscifolia

• Family: Apocynaceae (same family as Hoyas)

• Common Name: Million Hearts Plant

• Type: Epiphytic trailing perennial (often grows on trees in nature)

Appearance

• Leaves: Tiny, thick, fleshy, heart-shaped, opposite pairs along wiry stems.

• Growth Habit: Cascading / trailing; looks dense and full in hanging pots.

• Flowers: Small, star-shaped white blooms that appear intermittently.

 Growing & Care

• Sun Light: Bright, indirect light. Tolerates some direct morning sun.

• Watering: Water when top soil dries out; keep evenly moist but never soggy.

• Soil: Light, airy, and well-draining mix — orchid bark + cocopeat + perlite.

• Pruning: Pinch or prune long stems to encourage bushier growth.

 Fertilizing

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer  every 2–3 weeks in growing season 

 Extra Tips

• Perfect for hanging baskets to show off cascading vines.

• Can be trained on a trellis or moss pole for a climbing look.

• Repot every 2–3 years into fresh mix.

• Pet-safe compared to many houseplants ✅ (non-toxic).