Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
platycaulis
ID:
747285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Simonsson & Rodda

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Asklepios 106: 15 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746618

Common Names

  • Hoya platycaulis
  • Broad-stemmed Wax Plant
  • Broad-stemmed Hoya

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Description

Hoya platycaulis (also called Platycaulis, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Apocynaceae family, native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya platycaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive white flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including skin infections, wounds, and rashes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya platycaulis has white to yellowish-white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya platycaulis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but may require more frequent watering. Regular fertilization is recommended.

Where to Find Hoya platycaulis

Hoya platycaulis can be found in India.

Hoya platycaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya platycaulis?

Hoya platycaulis

What type of plant is Hoya platycaulis?

A flowering plant

Where is Hoya platycaulis native to?

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,

References

Michele Rodda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodda' in the authors string.
Nadhanielle Simonsson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Simonsson' in the authors string.