Hemigraphis parva - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parva
ID:
720157
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 41(1): 101 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719490
Common Names
- Hemigraphis parva
- Purple Flame Ivy
- Red Flame Ivy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemigraphis parva (also called Dwarf Red Ivy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit and grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to New Guinea. It is found in moist, shady places, such as rainforest margins, and is often found growing on rocks or tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Hemigraphis parva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemigraphis parva 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 small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemigraphis parva is a tropical plant native to the Philippines. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 15 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 parva
Hemigraphis parva is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Hemigraphis parva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemigraphis parva?
Hemigraphis parva
What is the common name of Hemigraphis parva?
Small Ivy
What is the natural habitat of Hemigraphis parva?
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:49497-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.