Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
725902

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 258 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725235

Common Names

  • Hoya Elmeri
  • Elmer's Wax Plant
  • Elmer's Hoya

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Synonyms

  • Hoya mindorensis superba Kloppenb. [unknown]

Description

Hoya elmeri (also called waxflower, waxvine, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial climber native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It has thick, leathery, dark green leaves and produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped yellow flowers. It is typically found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya elmeri is a popular houseplant that is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is easy to care for and can be used to add a touch of greenery to any room. It can also be used as a hanging plant or in a terrarium.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya elmeri has fragrant, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya elmeri is an evergreen, perennial climber with fragrant, star-shaped flowers. It is best grown in a sheltered, sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagation is by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by layering in spring.

Where to Find Hoya elmeri

Hoya elmeri can be found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.

Hoya elmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya elmeri?

Hoya elmeri

What is the natural habitat of Hoya elmeri?

Tropical rainforest

What are the common names of Hoya elmeri?

Mountain ebony, black ebony, and false ebony

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,

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