Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
haygarthii
ID:
764047

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Wood & M.S.Evans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 37: 254 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763380



Common Names

  • Chlorophytum Haygarthii
  • Haygarthii Spider Plant
  • Haygarthii Spiderette


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Description

Chlorophytum haygarthii (also called African Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has long, narrow leaves with a white stripe down the middle and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum haygarthii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chlorophytum haygarthii is white, with yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum haygarthii is a tropical perennial plant native to India. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into sections with at least three leaves each. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Chlorophytum haygarthii prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Chlorophytum haygarthii

Chlorophytum haygarthii is native to India.

Chlorophytum haygarthii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum haygarthii?

Chlorophytum haygarthii

What is the common name of Chlorophytum haygarthii?

Haygarthii

What is the natural habitat of Chlorophytum haygarthii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Chlorophytum genus

Chlorophytum angustissimum, Chlorophytum hirsutum, Chlorophytum occultum, Chlorophytum acutum, Chlorophytum affine, Chlorophytum africanum, Chlorophytum alismifolium, Chlorophytum alpinum, Chlorophytum altum, Chlorophytum anceps, Chlorophytum andongense, Chlorophytum angulicaule, Chlorophytum angustiracemosum, Chlorophytum ankarense, Chlorophytum appendiculatum, Chlorophytum applanatum, Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum, Chlorophytum aridum, Chlorophytum arundinaceum, Chlorophytum basitrichum, Chlorophytum baturense, Chlorophytum benuense, Chlorophytum bharuchae, Chlorophytum bifolium, Chlorophytum blepharophyllum, Chlorophytum borivilianum, Chlorophytum bowkeri, Chlorophytum brachystachyum, Chlorophytum bracteatum, Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum, Chlorophytum breviscapum, Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum, Chlorophytum cameronii, Chlorophytum camporum, Chlorophytum capense, Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum, Chlorophytum caulescens, Chlorophytum chariense, Chlorophytum chevalieri, Chlorophytum chinense, Chlorophytum chloranthum, Chlorophytum collinum, Chlorophytum colubrinum, Chlorophytum comosum, Chlorophytum cooperi, Chlorophytum cordifolium, Chlorophytum crassinerve, Chlorophytum crispum, Chlorophytum cyperaceum, Chlorophytum dalzielii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302341: Based on the initial data import
John Medley Wood (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Wood' in the authors string.
Maurice Smethurst Evans (1854-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.S.Evans' in the authors string.