Hydrostachys fimbriata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
1235090
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Cusset
Source:
tro
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 9: 448 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234428
Common Names
- Fimbriata Hydrostachys
- Fimbriata Water Grass
- Fimbriata Water Reed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydrostachys fimbriata (also called Fringed Hydrostachys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrostachys fimbriata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydrostachys fimbriata is a star-shaped yellow flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and hard. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydrostachys fimbriata is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Hydrostachys fimbriata
Hydrostachys fimbriata is native to the tropical forests of Madagascar. It can be found in the wild in the provinces of Antsiranana, Fianarantsoa, and Toamasina.
Hydrostachys fimbriata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrostachys fimbriata?
Hydrostachys fimbriata
What is the natural habitat of Hydrostachys fimbriata?
It is native to the temperate rainforests of southern Chile and Argentina.
What is the flowering period of Hydrostachys fimbriata?
It blooms from October to December.
Species in the Hydrostachys genus
Hydrostachys bismarckii, Hydrostachys insignis, Hydrostachys lufirensis, Hydrostachys lukungensis, Hydrostachys myriophylla, Hydrostachys polymorpha, Hydrostachys triaxialis, Hydrostachys verruculosa, Hydrostachys distichophylla, Hydrostachys monoica, Hydrostachys stolonifera, Hydrostachys maxima, Hydrostachys trifaria, Hydrostachys decaryi, Hydrostachys imbricata, Hydrostachys plumosa, Hydrostachys longifida, Hydrostachys multifida, Hydrostachys angustisecta, Hydrostachys perrieri, Hydrostachys fimbriata,
Species in the Hydrostachyaceae family
Hydrostachys bismarckii, Hydrostachys insignis, Hydrostachys lufirensis, Hydrostachys lukungensis, Hydrostachys myriophylla, Hydrostachys polymorpha, Hydrostachys triaxialis, Hydrostachys verruculosa, Hydrostachys distichophylla, Hydrostachys monoica, Hydrostachys stolonifera, Hydrostachys maxima, Hydrostachys trifaria, Hydrostachys decaryi, Hydrostachys imbricata, Hydrostachys plumosa, Hydrostachys longifida, Hydrostachys multifida, Hydrostachys angustisecta, Hydrostachys perrieri, Hydrostachys fimbriata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50078947: Based on the initial data import
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.