Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
reticulatum
ID:
709285

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean & Sharpe

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 550 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708618



Common Names

  • Reticulate Graptophyllum
  • Reticulate Graptophyllum
  • Reticulate Graptophyllum


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Description

Graptophyllum reticulatum (also called Carrot Weed, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with a single erect stem that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and Australia, and is found in moist, shady places such as rainforest margins, gullies and creek banks.

Uses & Benefits

Graptophyllum reticulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Graptophyllum reticulatum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The flowers are borne in clusters on the ends of the stems. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Graptophyllum reticulatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, bright location with plenty of airflow.

Where to Find Graptophyllum reticulatum

Graptophyllum reticulatum is native to tropical regions of Australia and can be found in rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.

Graptophyllum reticulatum FAQ

What is the best soil for Graptophyllum reticulatum?

Graptophyllum reticulatum prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.

How much light does Graptophyllum reticulatum need?

Graptophyllum reticulatum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Graptophyllum reticulatum be watered?

Graptophyllum reticulatum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.