Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
espaldoniana
ID:
1325669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kloppenb., Siar & Cajano

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Hoya New 2(1): 3 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338123

Common Names

  • Hoya
  • Espaldoniana
  • Hoya Espaldoniana

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Description

Hoya espaldoniana (also called Wax Plant, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen, perennial vine native to Southeast Asia. It has thick, leathery leaves and clusters of small, fragrant flowers. It is a popular houseplant, and can be found growing in tropical forests and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya espaldoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hoya espaldoniana is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya espaldoniana is an epiphytic vine native to Southeast Asia. It can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Hoya espaldoniana

Hoya espaldoniana is native to the Philippines.

Hoya espaldoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya espaldoniana?

Hoya espaldoniana

Where is Hoya espaldoniana found?

Hoya espaldoniana is found in Southeast Asia.

What type of environment does Hoya espaldoniana prefer?

Hoya espaldoniana prefers humid, shady 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

Mary Ann O. Cajano (1976-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cajano' in the authors string.
Dale Kloppenburg (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kloppenb.' in the authors string.
Monina V. Siar (d.2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siar' in the authors string.