Hemigraphis whitei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
whitei
ID:
720225
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 58: 190 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719558
Common Names
- Hemigraphis whitei
- Purple Flame Ivy
- Purple Waffle Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemigraphis whitei (also called White's hemigraphis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Philippines. It has white or pink flowers and grows in wetland and coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hemigraphis whitei 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
Hemigraphis whitei has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemigraphis whitei is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and moist soil. It should be grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Hemigraphis whitei
Hemigraphis whitei is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Hemigraphis whitei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemigraphis whitei?
Hemigraphis whitei
What is the common name of Hemigraphis whitei?
White's Waffle Plant
What is the natural habitat of Hemigraphis whitei?
It is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
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
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49560-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.