Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
inhospita
ID:
592

Status:
valid

Authors:
McPherson

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 34: 72 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315046



Common Names

  • Hancea inhospita
  • Inhospitable Hancea
  • Hancea


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Description

Hancea inhospita (also called 'African Violet', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen perennial native to tropical regions of Africa. It has thick, succulent leaves and small, purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Hancea inhospita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hancea inhospita has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hancea inhospita is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to Madagascar. It is a fast-growing, upright shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are arranged in opposite pairs. The plant produces small, white flowers in the summer. Cultivation and propagation of Hancea inhospita is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers well-draining soil that is kept evenly moist. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Hancea inhospita

Hancea inhospita is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Hancea inhospita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hancea inhospita?

Hancea inhospita

What is the common name of Hancea inhospita?

Inhospitable Hancea

What is the natural habitat of Hancea inhospita?

Hancea inhospita is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Hancea inhospita?

Hancea inhospita is a perennial, evergreen, succulent shrub.

What is the size of Hancea inhospita?

Hancea inhospita typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

Species in the Hancea genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.