Abstract
Ceropegia antoanensis is described and illustrated as a new species endemic to Central Vietnam. The new taxon is morphologically allied to C. ansariana but differs in a number of characteristics. The phenology, distribution and provisional IUCN assessment of conservation status of the new taxon are provided.
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