Hoya dawodiensis: New Plant Species
Arunachal Pradesh recently reported a major scientific milestone with the discovery of a new plant species, Hoya dawodiensis.
- Hoya dawodiensis is a new plant species.
- It was discovered in the Vijoynagar region in Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh.
- Vijoynagar landscape, accessible only by air or multi-day treks, remains one of the least explored but biologically richest regions of the state.
- Hoyas constitute a diverse group of tropical flowering species, many of which are valued for their ecological roles and unique morphology.
- Hoyas are also known as wax plants or porcelain flowers because of their unique and beautiful flowers that look like they are made of wax.
- Hoyas are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands, but they can be grown indoors as houseplants in most climates.
- Hoya plants thrive in bright, indirect light.
- Hoyas prefer well-draining, airy soil.
- Hoyas are accustomed to high-humidity environments, though their waxy, thick leaves do help them tolerate periods of dry air.
