Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
bulacanensis
ID:
1325671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kloppenb., G.Mend. & Ferreras

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Hoya New 2(1): 20 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338125



Common Names

  • Dischidia
  • Bulacanensis
  • Dischidia Bulacanensis


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Description

Dischidia bulacanensis (also called Watermelon Hoya, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen, perennial vine native to Southeast Asia. It has thick, leathery leaves and clusters of small, fragrant flowers. It is a popular houseplant, and can be found growing in tropical forests and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Dischidia bulacanensis is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dischidia bulacanensis is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dischidia bulacanensis is an epiphytic vine native to the Philippines. It can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Dischidia bulacanensis

Dischidia bulacanensis is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Dischidia bulacanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dischidia bulacanensis?

Dischidia bulacanensis

Where is Dischidia bulacanensis found?

Dischidia bulacanensis is found in the Philippines.

What type of environment does Dischidia bulacanensis prefer?

Dischidia bulacanensis prefers humid, shady environments.

Species in the Dischidia genus

Dischidia aberrans, Dischidia acuminata, Dischidia acutifolia, Dischidia albida, Dischidia albiflora, Dischidia alternans, Dischidia amphorantha, Dischidia angustifolia, Dischidia antennifera, Dischidia asperifolia, Dischidia astephana, Dischidia atropurpurea, Dischidia australis, Dischidia bengalensis, Dischidia bisetulosa, Dischidia boholensis, Dischidia calva, Dischidia chinensis, Dischidia cleistantha, Dischidia clemensiae, Dischidia cochleata, Dischidia cominsii, Dischidia complex, Dischidia cornuta, Dischidia crassifolia, Dischidia crassula, Dischidia cyclophylla, Dischidia cylindrica, Dischidia dasyphylla, Dischidia deschampsii, Dischidia digitiformis, Dischidia dohtii, Dischidia dolichantha, Dischidia elmei, Dischidia ericiflora, Dischidia formosana, Dischidia fruticulosa, Dischidia galactantha, Dischidia gibbifera, Dischidia griffithii, Dischidia hahliana, Dischidia hirsuta, Dischidia hollrungii, Dischidia hoyella, Dischidia imbricata, Dischidia immortalis, Dischidia indragirensis, Dischidia insularis, Dischidia khasiana, Dischidia lanceolata,

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

Dale Kloppenburg (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kloppenb.' in the authors string.
Ulysses Ferreras (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferreras' in the authors string.
George Mendoza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mend.' in the authors string.