Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
726249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turrill

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 43: 31 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725582

Common Names

  • Hoya Vitiensis
  • Vitiensis Wax Plant
  • Vitiensis Hindu Rope Plant

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Description

Hoya vitiensis (also called Viti Hoya, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It grows best in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya vitiensis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hoya vitiensis is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, round capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya vitiensis is an evergreen, perennial climber that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a slightly acidic soil and can be propagated by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-draining medium such as perlite or sand. Division can be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Hoya vitiensis

Hoya vitiensis is native to Fiji and can be found in nurseries, garden centers, and online retailers.

Hoya vitiensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Hoya vitiensis?

Hoya vitiensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Hoya vitiensis?

Hoya vitiensis prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Hoya vitiensis?

Hoya vitiensis should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

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,

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