Hemigraphis buruensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buruensis
ID:
720063
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hallier f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 70: 204 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719396
Common Names
- Hemigraphis buruensis
- Buru Waffle Plant
- Purple Waffle Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemigraphis buruensis (also called Red Flame Ivy, Red Ivy, and Red Flame Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant with red-tinted leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hemigraphis buruensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in water gardens and ponds, as it can help to keep the water clean and clear. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemigraphis buruensis has small, white flowers that are borne in small clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Hemigraphis buruensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is a slow-growing plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can be grown in containers, beds, borders, and other areas.
Where to Find Hemigraphis buruensis
Hemigraphis buruensis is found in tropical Africa.
Hemigraphis buruensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemigraphis buruensis?
Hemigraphis buruensis
What type of plant is Hemigraphis buruensis?
It is a herbaceous perennial plant
What is the natural habitat of Hemigraphis buruensis?
It is native to tropical Asia
Species in the Hemigraphis genus
Hemigraphis angustifolia, Hemigraphis banggaiensis, Hemigraphis betonicifolia, Hemigraphis bicolor, Hemigraphis borneensis, Hemigraphis buruensis, Hemigraphis caudigera, Hemigraphis dorensis, Hemigraphis flaccida, Hemigraphis humilis, Hemigraphis javanica, Hemigraphis kjellbergii, Hemigraphis lasiophylla, Hemigraphis ledermannii, Hemigraphis lithophila, Hemigraphis modesta, Hemigraphis moluccana, Hemigraphis palopensis, Hemigraphis parva, Hemigraphis prostrata, Hemigraphis proteus, Hemigraphis ravaccensis, Hemigraphis rumphii, Hemigraphis sordida, Hemigraphis sumatrensis, Hemigraphis trichotoma, Hemigraphis turnerifolia, Hemigraphis weinlandii, Hemigraphis wetarensis, Hemigraphis whitei, Hemigraphis okamotoi, Hemigraphis blumeana, Hemigraphis petola, Hemigraphis stenophylla,
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
Johannes Gottfried Hallier (1868-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hallier f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49411-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.