Hybanthus graminifolius - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chodat) Schulze-Menz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 114. 1934
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726035
Common Names
- Graminifolious hybanthus
- Hybanthus graminifolius
- Foxtail hybanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hybanthus graminifolius (also called Grass-leaved vein-flower, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Violaceae family. It is a small herb, usually reaching a height of 5–15 cm. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hybanthus graminifolius is an ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hybanthus graminifolius is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hybanthus graminifolius is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. Hybanthus graminifolius prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Hybanthus graminifolius
Hybanthus graminifolius is native to Australia and can be found in wet sclerophyll forests in the eastern states of the country.
Hybanthus graminifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hybanthus graminifolius?
Hybanthus graminifolius
What is the common name of Hybanthus graminifolius?
Grass-leaved Violet
What is the natural habitat of Hybanthus graminifolius?
Dry forests and grasslands
Species in the Hybanthus genus
Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus, Hybanthus peninsularis, Hybanthus puberulus, Hybanthus pumilio, Hybanthus racemiferus, Hybanthus serrulatus, Hybanthus urbanianus, Hybanthus vatsavayae, Hybanthus vernonii, Hybanthus verticillatus, Hybanthus volubilis, Hybanthus yucatanensis, Hybanthus nanus, Hybanthus lehmannii, Hybanthus lineatus, Hybanthus melchiorianus, Hybanthus decaryanus, Hybanthus danguyanus, Hybanthus concolor, Hybanthus thiemei, Hybanthus capensis, Hybanthus chiapensis, Hybanthus proctori, Hybanthus guanacastensis, Hybanthus tenuifolius, Hybanthus longipes, Hybanthus rosei, Hybanthus purpusii, Hybanthus denticulatus, Hybanthus salacioides, Hybanthus glaucus, Hybanthus procumbens, Hybanthus biacuminatus,
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei, Agatea longipedicellata, Agatea macrobotrys, Agatea pancheri, Agatea rufotomentosa, Agatea schlechteri, Agatea veillonii, Agatea violaris, Allexis batangae, Allexis cauliflora, Allexis obanensis, Allexis zygomorpha, Amphirrhox grandifolia, Amphirrhox longifolia, Anchietea exalata, Anchietea frangulifolia, Anchietea peruviana, Anchietea pyrifolia, Anchietea raimondii, Anchietea selloviana, Anchietea suma, Anchietea ferrucciae, Anchietea ballardii, Calyptrion arboreum, Calyptrion carthagenense, Calyptrion pubescens, Calyptrion volubile, Decorsella paradoxa, Fusispermum laxiflorum, Fusispermum minutiflorum, Fusispermum rubrolignosum, Hybanthopsis bahiensis, Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2855321: Based on the initial data import
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
Georg Karl Wilhelm Schulze-Menz (1908-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schulze-Menz' in the authors string.