Flora Singapura
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
Hoya latifolia
 
Family: 
Common Names: 
Dinner Plate Hoya, wax plant
Status:
Native
Classification:  
Endangered
 
Hoya latifolia is a vine and may be found throughout the nature reserves though it is not common. It has large succulent opposite leaves with 5 prominent nerves as illustrated below. The 5 nerved leaves are an identifying characteristic for this Hoya.
 
 
Hoya latifolia growing in crown of swamp forest trees.
A closer look at the 5 nerved leaves.