wax plant en · NOUN
Etymology
From wax + plant.
Meanings
- Any plant of the genus Hoya, especially those which are commonly cultivated as houseplants. ▸ Hoya carnosa, native to East Asia.
- Any plant of the genus Hoya, especially those which are commonly cultivated as houseplants. ▸ Hoya bilobata, native to the Philippines.
- The candelilla, a plant of species Euphorbia antisyphilitica, native to Texas and northern Mexico.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| waxplant | alternative | lexicographic | |
| wax plants | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
porcelainflower · honey plant · honey plant · waxflower · porcelainflower · waxflower