Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
hygrophiloides
ID:
716072

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 503 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715405



Common Names

  • Hygrophiloides Haplanthus
  • Hygrophiloides Silverbush
  • Silverbush


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Description

Haplanthus hygrophiloides (also called 'Water Haplanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem, and is native to South Africa. It is found in moist habitats, and is often found growing near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Haplanthus hygrophiloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Haplanthus hygrophiloides are small, yellow-green and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplanthus hygrophiloides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for best results.

Where to Find Haplanthus hygrophiloides

Haplanthus hygrophiloides is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East.

Haplanthus hygrophiloides FAQ

What are the common names of Haplanthus hygrophiloides?

Common names of Haplanthus hygrophiloides include Water-loving Daisy and Water-loving Daisy Bush.

What type of soil does Haplanthus hygrophiloides prefer?

Haplanthus hygrophiloides prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the ideal temperature range for Haplanthus hygrophiloides?

Haplanthus hygrophiloides prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

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

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49370-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.