Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
729253

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 474 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728586

Common Names

  • Flowering Hypoestes
  • Hypoestes floribunda
  • Flowering-Leaf Hypoestes

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Description

Hypoestes floribunda (also called Floribunda Hypoestes, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoestes floribunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds, inflammation, and skin disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypoestes floribunda var. neoguineensis R.M.Barker
Hypoestes floribunda var. varia R.M.Barker
Hypoestes floribunda var. velutina R.M.Barker
Hypoestes floribunda var. yorkensis R.M.Barker
Hypoestes floribunda var. floribunda

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypoestes floribunda is pink, with four petals and a prominent cluster of stamens. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoestes floribunda is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When planting, be sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune as needed to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Hypoestes floribunda

Hypoestes floribunda is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Hypoestes floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoestes floribunda?

Hypoestes floribunda

What is the common name of Hypoestes floribunda?

Floribunda Hypoestes

What type of plant is Hypoestes floribunda?

It is a perennial flowering plant.

Species in the Hypoestes genus

Hypoestes aldabrensis, Hypoestes andamanensis, Hypoestes aristata, Hypoestes cancellata, Hypoestes carnosula, Hypoestes celebica, Hypoestes confertiflora, Hypoestes decaisneana, Hypoestes discreta, Hypoestes fastuosa, Hypoestes floribunda, Hypoestes forsskaolii, Hypoestes halconensis, Hypoestes inconspicua, Hypoestes involucrata, Hypoestes kjellbergii, Hypoestes kuntzei, Hypoestes lanata, Hypoestes larsenii, Hypoestes malaccensis, Hypoestes merrillii, Hypoestes mindorensis, Hypoestes mollior, Hypoestes palawanensis, Hypoestes phyllostachya, Hypoestes poilanei, Hypoestes polythyrsa, Hypoestes populifolia, Hypoestes psilochlamys, Hypoestes pubescens, Hypoestes pubiflora, Hypoestes radicans, Hypoestes rodriguesiana, Hypoestes rosea, Hypoestes salajeriana, Hypoestes salensis, Hypoestes serpens, Hypoestes sparsiflora, Hypoestes strobilifera, Hypoestes subcapitata, Hypoestes tenuifolia, Hypoestes tenuis, Hypoestes teysmanniana, Hypoestes triflora, Hypoestes vidalii, Hypoestes purpurea, Hypoestes cumingiana, Hypoestes potamophila, Hypoestes comorensis, Hypoestes corymbosa,

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49895-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.