Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
hijangensis
ID:
402623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 45(2): 64 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401955



Common Names

  • Rostellularia hijangensis
  • Hijangensis Orchid
  • Hijangensis


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Description

Rostellularia hijangensis (also called 'Hijang Rostellularia', among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has ovate leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rostellularia hijangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a groundcover. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rostellularia hijangensis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rostellularia hijangensis is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rostellularia hijangensis

Rostellularia hijangensis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Rostellularia hijangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rostellularia hijangensis?

Rostellularia hijangensis

What is the common name of Rostellularia hijangensis?

Hijang Wild Petunia

What type of plant is Rostellularia hijangensis?

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,

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