Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
wongii
ID:
750277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodda, Simonsson & L.Wanntorp

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Blumea 56: 205 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749610

Common Names

  • Hoya wongii
  • Wongii Hoya
  • Hoya Wongii

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Description

Hoya wongii (also called Wong's Hoya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya wongii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hoya wongii is a white or pinkish-white tubular flower, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya wongii is a perennial evergreen vine native to Southeast Asia. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Hoya wongii

Hoya wongii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Hoya wongii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya wongii?

Hoya wongii

What is the common name of Hoya wongii?

Wong's Hoya

Where is Hoya wongii found?

China

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.
Livia Wanntorp: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Wanntorp' in the authors string.