Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
cutis-porcelana
ID:
1323802

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Suarez, J.R.Sahagun & Aurigue

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
J. Nat. Stud. 12: 14 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336256

Common Names

  • Hoya cutis-porcelana
  • Porcelain Skin Hoya
  • Porcelain Skin Waxplant

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Description

Hoya cutis-porcelana (also called Porcelain Hoya, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen climbing shrub in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to China and grows in forests, thickets, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya cutis-porcelana is a popular ornamental plant, used for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya cutis-porcelana has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya cutis-porcelana is a perennial evergreen vine that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade to full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hoya cutis-porcelana

Hoya cutis-porcelana is native to China. It can be found in limestone and sandstone areas.

Hoya cutis-porcelana FAQ

What is the common name of Hoya cutis-porcelana?

Porcelain-skin Hoya

What is the optimal temperature for Hoya cutis-porcelana?

Between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal humidity for Hoya cutis-porcelana?

50-70%

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

Wally Suarez (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Suarez' in the authors string.
Jorge R. Sahagun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Sahagun' in the authors string.
Fernando B. Aurigue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aurigue' in the authors string.