Description
Hoya heuschkeliana (also called Heuschkel's Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, Wax Plant, and Wax Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a woody vine with thick, succulent leaves and clusters of star-shaped, fragrant flowers. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hoya heuschkeliana can be used as an ornamental plant, as a houseplant, and for its fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hoya heuschkeliana has small, white flowers with five petals that are arranged in a star-like pattern. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hoya heuschkeliana is an evergreen, perennial climber that can be grown indoors or outdoors. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in bright, indirect light. It can be propagated from stem cuttings, which should be taken from a healthy plant and planted in moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly until they have rooted.