Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
fungii
ID:
725925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J. 13: 68 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725258

Common Names

  • Hoya Plant
  • Fungii Wax Plant
  • Porcelain Flower

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Description

Hoya fungii (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 fungii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya fungii has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya fungii is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated through stem cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season and should be protected from extreme temperatures.

Where to Find Hoya fungii

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

Hoya fungii FAQ

What is the common name of Hoya fungii?

Fung's Wax Plant

What type of soil is best for Hoya fungii?

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

How much light does Hoya fungii 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,

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,

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