Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
balaensis
ID:
510186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kidyoo & Thaithong

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 327 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509518

Common Names

  • Hoya Balaensis
  • Bala Hoya
  • Bala Hoya Plant

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Description

Hoya balaensis (also called 'Wax Plant', 'Wax Vine' and 'Waxflower', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It has a woody stem and produces waxy flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya balaensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Hoya balaensis is white or cream-colored, tubular in shape with 5 petals. The seed is an ovoid-shaped nut with a woody shell. Seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya balaensis can be propagated by stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Leaf cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Hoya balaensis

Hoya balaensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in the island of Luzon.

Hoya balaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya balaensis?

Hoya balaensis

What is the common name of Hoya balaensis?

Bala hoya

What is the natural habitat of Hoya balaensis?

Tropical rainforests

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

Manit Kidyoo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kidyoo' in the authors string.
Obchant Thaithong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thaithong' in the authors string.