Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
neocaledonica
ID:
726060

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 92: 245 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725393

Common Names

  • Hoya neocaledonica
  • New Caledonian Hoya
  • Hoya of New Caledonia

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Description

Hoya neocaledonica (also called New Caledonian 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 New Caledonia, and is found in tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya neocaledonica is a popular houseplant with attractive, glossy, heart-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant, star-shaped flowers. It is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. It is a great choice for beginners.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya neocaledonica 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya neocaledonica is a tropical evergreen vine that can be grown in a pot or hanging basket. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or layering. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly. It can tolerate some shade, but will flower best in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hoya neocaledonica

Hoya neocaledonica is native to New Caledonia and can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Hoya neocaledonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya neocaledonica?

Hoya neocaledonica

What are the common names of Hoya neocaledonica?

Hoya neocaledonica is also known as Wax Plant, Waxflower, Porcelain Flower, or Hindu Rope Plant.

What is the natural habitat of Hoya neocaledonica?

Hoya neocaledonica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

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,