Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Harley
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 98: 92 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216207
Common Names
- Hypenia reticulata
- Reticulate Hypenia
- Reticulate-leaved Hypenia
Synonyms
- Hyptis laxiflora Mart. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Hyptis longiflora Pohl ex Benth. [unknown]
- Hyptis reticulata Mart. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Hyptis reticulata longiflora (Pohl ex Benth.) J.A.Schmidt [unknown]
- Mesosphaerum laxiflorum Kuntze [unknown]
- Mesosphaerum longiflorum Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Hypenia reticulata (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 reticulata 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 reticulata is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypenia reticulata 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 reticulata
Hypenia reticulata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Hypenia reticulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypenia reticulata?
Hypenia reticulata
What are the common names of Hypenia reticulata?
Common names of Hypenia reticulata include netveined hypenia, reticulate hypenia, and net-veined hypenia.
Where is Hypenia reticulata found?
Hypenia reticulata is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Hypenia genus
Hypenia aristulata,
Hypenia brachystachys,
Hypenia calycina,
Hypenia concinna,
Hypenia crispata,
Hypenia densiflora,
Hypenia durifolia,
Hypenia gardneriana,
Hypenia glauca,
Hypenia inelegans,
Hypenia irregularis,
Hypenia macrantha,
Hypenia macrosiphon,
Hypenia marifolia,
Hypenia micrantha,
Hypenia paniculata,
Hypenia paradisi,
Hypenia pauliana,
Hypenia perplexa,
Hypenia pruinosa,
Hypenia reticulata,
Hypenia salzmannii,
Hypenia subrosea,
Hypenia violacea,
Hypenia simplex,
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,