Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
725843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Asclepiadeae : 16 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725176

Common Names

  • Wax Plant
  • Hoya Plant
  • Porcelain Flower

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Description

Hoya carnosa (also called Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, Waxvine, Hindu Rope, and Waxflower, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen vine in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical forests, scrub, and grasslands. It has thick, waxy leaves and produces clusters of small, fragrant, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya carnosa is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It can be used to add greenery to any room and can also be used as a hanging plant. It is also known to be a great air purifier, removing toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Hoya carnosa flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya carnosa is a climbing or trailing evergreen shrub. It is propagated by stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, semi-shaded position.

Where to Find Hoya carnosa

Hoya carnosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Hoya carnosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya carnosa?

Hoya carnosa

What is the common name of Hoya carnosa?

Wax Plant

What type of environment does Hoya carnosa prefer?

Hoya carnosa prefers bright, indirect light and warm, humid environments.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2854103: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.