Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
haenkeana
ID:
1546748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) T.F.Daniel, McDade & Kiel

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 67: 183. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027386



Common Names

  • Holographis haenkeana
  • Haenkeana's Holographis
  • Haenkeana Holographis


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Description

Holographis haenkeana (also called Haenke's holographis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem with alternate, ovate leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Holographis haenkeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Holographis haenkeana is yellow with purple anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holographis haenkeana is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Holographis haenkeana

Holographis haenkeana is native to Mexico.

Holographis haenkeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holographis haenkeana?

Holographis haenkeana

What is the common name of Holographis haenkeana?

Haenke's Holographis

What type of plant is Holographis haenkeana?

Herbaceous perennial

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

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.