Hoya Nagaensis

About Hoya Nagaensis:

• It is a new plant species found in
• It is a member of the 'wax plant family' was discovered in the Kavunhou Community Reserved Forest in Phek district.
• It is currently known from only a single location, making it highly vulnerable.
• Features of Hoya Nagaensis:
  • The plant displays unique leaf shapes and floral
  • It belongs to Hoya genus, a group known for its ornamental value.
  • Habitat: It was found growing in a temperate forest ecosystem that remains largely unexplored by science.
  • It produces distinctive star-shaped flowers and exudes milk-like latex, a characteristic of many species in the Apocynaceae or milkweed family.

What is Hoya Genus?

• Hoyas, commonly known as wax plants, are a captivating genus cherished by indoor gardeners for their unique flowers and diverse growth forms.
• Native Range: Southeast Asia, Australia, and Polynesia
• Flower Characteristics: Hoya flowers are star-shaped and wax-like appearance.
• Growth Habit: Hoyas are known for their climbing or trailing growth habit.