Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
acanthominima
ID:
1325072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kloppenb., G.Mend. & Ferreras

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Hoya New 1(1): 22 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337526

Common Names

  • Hoya acanthominima
  • Tiny-spined Hoya
  • Tiny-spined Wax Plant

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Description

Hoya acanthominima (also called 'Dwarf Hoya', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen vine native to Southeast Asia. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady locations and is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya acanthominima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya acanthominima has small, white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya acanthominima is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm and humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size of the plant.

Where to Find Hoya acanthominima

Hoya acanthominima is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical regions of the region, such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Hoya acanthominima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya acanthominima?

Hoya acanthominima

What are the common names of Hoya acanthominima?

None

Where is Hoya acanthominima found?

It is found in Thailand

Species in the Hoya genus

Hoya linavergarae, Hoya lucyae, Hoya stoneana, Hoya vanuatuensis, Hoya balaensis, Hoya loyceandrewsiana, Hoya querinoensis, Hoya ramosii, Hoya acicularis, Hoya aeschynanthoides, Hoya affinis, Hoya alagensis, Hoya albiflora, Hoya aldrichii, Hoya amboinensis, Hoya andalensis, Hoya anulata, Hoya apoda, Hoya archboldiana, Hoya arnottiana, Hoya attenuata, Hoya australis, Hoya bandaensis, Hoya benguetensis, Hoya betchei, Hoya bhutanica, Hoya bicknellii, Hoya bicolor, Hoya bilobata, Hoya blashernaezii, Hoya bonii, Hoya bordenii, Hoya brevialata, Hoya brittonii, Hoya brooksii, Hoya buotii, Hoya burmanica, Hoya burtoniae, Hoya buruensis, Hoya callistophylla, Hoya calycina, Hoya campanulata, Hoya camphorifolia, Hoya cardiophylla, Hoya carnosa, Hoya caudata, Hoya cembra, Hoya chinghungensis, Hoya chlorantha, Hoya chloroleuca,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Dale Kloppenburg (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kloppenb.' in the authors string.
Ulysses Ferreras (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferreras' in the authors string.
George Mendoza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mend.' in the authors string.