Holographis argyrea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argyrea
ID:
1045189
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Leonard) T.F.Daniel
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 64(1): 145. 1983
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044527
Common Names
- Holographis argyrea
- Argyrea Holographis
- Argyrea Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Holographis argyrea (also called Silver Holographis, among many other common names) is a shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Holographis argyrea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Holographis argyrea are white and tubular, with five lobes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Holographis argyrea is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.
Where to Find Holographis argyrea
Holographis argyrea is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Species in the Holographis genus
Holographis anisophylla, Holographis ehrenbergiana, Holographis pueblensis, Holographis velutifolia, Holographis ilicifolia, Holographis parayana, Holographis tamaulipica, Holographis argyrea, Holographis virgata, Holographis caput-medusae, Holographis leticiana, Holographis pallida, Holographis tolantongensis, Holographis websteri, Holographis peloria, Holographis hintonii, Holographis lizethae, Holographis haenkeana,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.