Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
viridis
ID:
796697

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 575 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796030



Common Names

  • Hypolaena viridis
  • Viridis
  • Hypolaena


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Description

Hypolaena viridis (also called Viridis Hypolaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in tropical rainforests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolaena viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypolaena viridis has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolaena viridis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hypolaena viridis

Hypolaena viridis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Hypolaena viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolaena viridis?

Hypolaena viridis

What is the common name of Hypolaena viridis?

Green Hypolaena

What is the natural habitat of Hypolaena viridis?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-334554: Based on the initial data import
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.