Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
triflora
ID:
729339

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Roem. & Schult.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 1: 141 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728672

Common Names

  • Three-Flowered Hypoestes
  • Three-Flowered Polka Dot Plant
  • Three-Flowered Measles Plant

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Description

Hypoestes triflora (also called Three-Flowered Hypoestes, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to Madagascar. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with ovate leaves and small pink, white, or red flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoestes triflora is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypoestes triflora var. triflora
Hypoestes triflora var. pedunculata N.P.Balakr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypoestes triflora has small, white flowers with pink spots and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoestes triflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Hypoestes triflora

Hypoestes triflora is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Hypoestes triflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoestes triflora?

Hypoestes triflora

What is the common name of Hypoestes triflora?

Three-flowered Hypoestes

What is the natural habitat of Hypoestes triflora?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.