Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
infractus
ID:
729353

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Fourn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(4): 311 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728686

Common Names

  • Infracus Hypolobus
  • Infracus Polka Dot Plant
  • Infracus Spotty Plant

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Description

Hypolobus infractus (also called 'Fractured Hypolobus', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It is characterized by its ovate-lanceolate leaves and its small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolobus infractus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypolobus infractus 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

Hypolobus infractus is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to Europe and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation of Hypolobus infractus is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Hypolobus infractus

Hypolobus infractus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Hypolobus infractus FAQ

What type of plant is Hypolobus infractus?

Hypolobus infractus is a flowering plant in the Boraginaceae family.

Where does Hypolobus infractus grow?

Hypolobus infractus is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What does Hypolobus infractus look like?

Hypolobus infractus is a small shrub with light green leaves and white or yellow flowers.

Species in the Hypolobus genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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