Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
216870

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 98(2): 91 (1988):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216199



Common Names

  • Hypenia micrantha
  • Micrantha Ant Plant
  • Small-Flowered Ant Plant


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Synonyms

  • Hyptis effusa S.Moore [unknown]
  • Eriope micrantha Benth. [unknown]

Description

Hypenia micrantha (also called Wild Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hypenia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypenia micrantha is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypenia micrantha is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Hypenia micrantha

Hypenia micrantha is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Hypenia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypenia micrantha?

Hypenia micrantha

What is the common name of Hypenia micrantha?

Micrantha Hypenia

What is the natural habitat of Hypenia micrantha?

Hypenia micrantha is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101334: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.