Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
726064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Tsiang & P.T.Li

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 12: 122 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725397

Common Names

  • Hoya nervosa
  • Hoya of Thailand
  • Hoya of Laos

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Description

Hoya nervosa (also called Nervous 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 nervosa 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 nervosa has white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya nervosa 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 nervosa

Hoya nervosa is native to India and can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Hoya nervosa FAQ

What is the best way to propagate Hoya nervosa?

Hoya nervosa can be propagated by stem cuttings, layering, or air layering.

What is the ideal temperature for Hoya nervosa?

Hoya nervosa prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal humidity for Hoya nervosa?

Hoya nervosa prefers a humidity level of around 50-60%.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2854332: Based on the initial data import
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.