Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
729240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 20: 451 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728573



Common Names

  • Confertiflora Hypoestes
  • Confertiflora False Acacia
  • Confertiflora Hypoestes


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Description

Hypoestes confertiflora (also called Confertiflora Hypoestes, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoestes confertiflora 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 confertiflora has small, white flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule containing many tiny black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoestes confertiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When planting, be sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune as needed to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Hypoestes confertiflora

Hypoestes confertiflora is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Hypoestes confertiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoestes confertiflora?

Hypoestes confertiflora

What is the common name of Hypoestes confertiflora?

Confertiflora hypoestes

What is the natural habitat of Hypoestes confertiflora?

It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula

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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