Hoya kanyakumariana
| Hoya kanyakumariana | |
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| In Miami, Florida | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Gentianales |
| Family: | Apocynaceae |
| Genus: | Hoya |
| Species: | H. kanyakumariana |
| Binomial name | |
| Hoya kanyakumariana A.N.Henry & Swamin. | |
Hoya kanyakumariana is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.[1] It is native to Tamil Nadu, India, and is named for the Kanniyakumari area in which it was first collected.[2][1] An epiphytic or lithophytic climber, it is typically found in the wet tropics.[2] As an ornamental it is valued for its lush foliage, attractive, fragrant flowers, and compact growth habit, and is considered suitable for smaller gardens, containers, and hanging planters.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 "Hoya kanyakumariana A.N. Henry & Swamin". nparks.gov.sg. Flora Fauna Web. 20 August 2021. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
ideal for small spaces
- 1 2 "Hoya kanyakumariana A.N.Henry & Swamin". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 24 May 2026.