Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
725916

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 5: 132 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725249

Common Names

  • Hoya Filiformis
  • Thread Wax Plant
  • Thread Hoya

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Synonyms

  • Tylophora filiformis Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Hoya filiformis (also called wax plant, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 6 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is found in tropical forests, thickets, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya filiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya filiformis 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 filiformis 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 filiformis

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

Hoya filiformis FAQ

What is the common name of Hoya filiformis?

Threadleaf Wax Plant

What type of soil is best for Hoya filiformis?

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter

How much light does Hoya filiformis need?

Bright, indirect light

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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