Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Harley
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 98(2): 91 (1988):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216195
Common Names
- Hypenia irregularis
- Irregularis Ant Plant
- Irregular Ant Plant
Synonyms
- Hyptis irregularis Benth. [unknown]
- Mesosphaerum irregulare Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Hypenia irregularis (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypenia irregularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypenia irregularis is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypenia irregularis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Hypenia irregularis
Hypenia irregularis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Hypenia irregularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypenia irregularis?
Hypenia irregularis
What is the common name of Hypenia irregularis?
Irregularis Hypenia
What is the natural habitat of Hypenia irregularis?
Hypenia irregularis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Hypenia genus
Hypenia aristulata,
Hypenia brachystachys,
Hypenia calycina,
Hypenia concinna,
Hypenia crispata,
Hypenia densiflora,
Hypenia durifolia,
Hypenia gardneriana,
Hypenia glauca,
Hypenia inelegans,
Hypenia irregularis,
Hypenia macrantha,
Hypenia macrosiphon,
Hypenia marifolia,
Hypenia micrantha,
Hypenia paniculata,
Hypenia paradisi,
Hypenia pauliana,
Hypenia perplexa,
Hypenia pruinosa,
Hypenia reticulata,
Hypenia salzmannii,
Hypenia subrosea,
Hypenia violacea,
Hypenia simplex,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,