Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
histora
ID:
1329066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kloppenb.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Hoya New 4(1): 3 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341520

Common Names

  • Hoya Histra
  • Wax Plant
  • Hindu Rope Plant

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Description

Hoya histora (also called Histora waxplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and typically grows in open woodland areas. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height, with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya histora is a popular houseplant with many benefits. It is known for its air purifying abilities, as it can absorb toxins from the air. It is also known for its low maintenance requirements and its ability to thrive in low light conditions. It can also be used as a decorative plant, as its leaves are variegated and come in a variety of colors.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya histora has small, star-shaped flowers with five white petals and a yellow center. The flowers are followed by small, round fruits that contain numerous small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya histora is a tropical evergreen vine with thick, leathery, heart-shaped leaves. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground and prefers a bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by air layering. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Hoya histora

Hoya histora can be found in the Philippines.

Hoya histora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya histora?

Hoya histora

What is the common name of Hoya histora?

Histora's Hoya

What is the natural habitat of Hoya histora?

Tropical forests in Southeast Asia

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

Dale Kloppenburg (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kloppenb.' in the authors string.