Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
kanlaonensis
ID:
750123

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kloppenb., Siar & Ferreras

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fraterna 23(4): 24 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749456

Common Names

  • Hoya Kanlaonensis
  • Kanlaon Hoya
  • Hoya Kanlaon

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Description

Hoya kanlaonensis (also called Kanlaon Hoya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist forests and woodlands. It is a small shrub or vine, typically reaching heights of up to 5 meters. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya kanlaonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya kanlaonensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya kanlaonensis is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hoya kanlaonensis

Hoya kanlaonensis can be found in the Philippines.

Hoya kanlaonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya kanlaonensis?

Hoya kanlaonensis

What is the common name of Hoya kanlaonensis?

Kanlaon Wax Plant

What is the natural habitat of Hoya kanlaonensis?

Tropical moist forests of Central America

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.
Monina V. Siar (d.2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siar' in the authors string.
Ulysses Ferreras (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferreras' in the authors string.