Hemigraphis palopensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palopensis
ID:
720153
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 42: 378 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719486
Common Names
- Hemigraphis palopensis
- Purple Flame Ivy
- Red Flame Ivy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemigraphis palopensis (also called Palopo hemigraphis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the borage family. It is native to tropical Africa and the Middle East, and is found in dry, open habitats. It is a small, annual herb with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hemigraphis palopensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal teas that are believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemigraphis palopensis is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemigraphis palopensis is a tropical plant native to the Philippines. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. The plant can be propagated in spring or summer.
Where to Find Hemigraphis palopensis
Hemigraphis palopensis is native to Palau, an island nation located in the western Pacific Ocean. It is found in moist, shady areas in the lowlands of the island.
Hemigraphis palopensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemigraphis palopensis?
Hemigraphis palopensis
What is the common name of Hemigraphis palopensis?
Palop Ivy
What is the natural habitat of Hemigraphis palopensis?
Tropical rainforests
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
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49494-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.