Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
aldabrensis
ID:
729217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ksu

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1894: 150 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728550



Common Names

  • Aldabra Hypoestes
  • Aldabra False Acacia
  • Aldabra Hypoestes


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Description

Hypoestes aldabrensis (also called Aldabra Hypoestes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to the Aldabra Atoll, and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoestes aldabrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypoestes aldabrensis has pink flowers with five petals and a cluster of stamens in the center. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoestes aldabrensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture.

Where to Find Hypoestes aldabrensis

Hypoestes aldabrensis can be found in the Aldabra Atoll in the Indian Ocean.

Hypoestes aldabrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoestes aldabrensis?

Hypoestes aldabrensis

What is the common name of Hypoestes aldabrensis?

Aldabra Hypoestes

What is the natural habitat of Hypoestes aldabrensis?

It is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands in South Africa

Species in the Hypoestes genus

Hypoestes aldabrensis, Hypoestes andamanensis, Hypoestes aristata, Hypoestes cancellata, Hypoestes carnosula, Hypoestes celebica, Hypoestes confertiflora, Hypoestes decaisneana, Hypoestes discreta, Hypoestes fastuosa, Hypoestes floribunda, Hypoestes forsskaolii, Hypoestes halconensis, Hypoestes inconspicua, Hypoestes involucrata, Hypoestes kjellbergii, Hypoestes kuntzei, Hypoestes lanata, Hypoestes larsenii, Hypoestes malaccensis, Hypoestes merrillii, Hypoestes mindorensis, Hypoestes mollior, Hypoestes palawanensis, Hypoestes phyllostachya, Hypoestes poilanei, Hypoestes polythyrsa, Hypoestes populifolia, Hypoestes psilochlamys, Hypoestes pubescens, Hypoestes pubiflora, Hypoestes radicans, Hypoestes rodriguesiana, Hypoestes rosea, Hypoestes salajeriana, Hypoestes salensis, Hypoestes serpens, Hypoestes sparsiflora, Hypoestes strobilifera, Hypoestes subcapitata, Hypoestes tenuifolia, Hypoestes tenuis, Hypoestes teysmanniana, Hypoestes triflora, Hypoestes vidalii, Hypoestes purpurea, Hypoestes cumingiana, Hypoestes potamophila, Hypoestes comorensis, Hypoestes corymbosa,

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,

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