Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
scorpioides
ID:
1045586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Nees

Source:
tro

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 148 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044924



Common Names

  • Henrya scorpioides
  • Scorpioides
  • Scorpioides Plant


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Description

Henrya scorpioides (also called Scorpionweed, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Henrya scorpioides is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Henrya scorpioides has white flowers with a yellow center and a long, thin seed capsule that contains numerous small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Henrya scorpioides is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist medium. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be potted up and grown on.

Where to Find Henrya scorpioides

Henrya scorpioides is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

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