Hypoestes phyllostachya
Flamingo Plant, Freckle Face
Other regional names: Measlesplant +3 more
- Measlesplant
- Pink Dot
- Polka Dot Plant
- Polkadot Plant
Also known as: Eranthemum sanguinolentum Veitch ex Van Houtte +2 more
- Eranthemum sanguinolentum Veitch ex Van Houtte
- Hypoestes lasiostegia var. sanguinolenta (Veitch ex Van Houtte) Benoist
- Hypoestes sanguinolenta (Veitch ex Van Houtte) Hook.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Acanthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub.
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Hypoestes phyllostachya (commonly known as Flamingo-Plant or Freckle-Face) is a shrub within the Acanthaceae family. It is found natively in Africa. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western Indian Ocean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Madagascar
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Assam, Brazil Southeast, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, East Himalaya, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southwest, Nepal, Norfolk Is., Panama, Paraguay