Description
Hoya memoria (also called Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, or Waxflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a climbing vine with thick, waxy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, fragrant, star-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hoya memoria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and indoors. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hoya memoria has white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, black and covered with a fleshy, yellow-brown aril. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hoya memoria can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cut a stem about 10 cm long and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a potting mix and keep it in a warm, humid environment. Water the cutting regularly and it should root within a few weeks. Once the roots have developed, the cutting can be transplanted into a larger pot.