Status:
valid
Authors:
(T.Anderson ex Bedd.) Gnanasek., G.V.S.Murthy & Y.F.Deng
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Blumea 61: 168 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347595
Description
Haplanthus ovatus (also called Ovoid Haplanthus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a thin stem and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. Its leaves are simple and have a glossy green color. It is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Haplanthus ovatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Haplanthus ovatus has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haplanthus ovatus is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown outdoors in warm climates or as a houseplant in cooler climates. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a pot of moist soil and keep it in a warm, bright spot. Water regularly and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Haplanthus ovatus
Haplanthus ovatus can be found in the Philippines.
Haplanthus ovatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haplanthus ovatus?
Haplanthus ovatus
What is the common name of Haplanthus ovatus?
Ovate Haplanthus
What is the natural habitat of Haplanthus ovatus?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Haplanthus genus
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
Yun Fei Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Deng' in the authors string.
G. Gnanasekaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gnanasek.' in the authors string.