Buy Narrow Leaf Hemigraphis (Hemigraphis Repanda, Ruellia Repanda, Epigraphis) - Stunning Tropical Plant for Sale

Common name:

Epigraphis, Narrow Leaf Hemigraphis

Regional name:

Marathi - Epigraphis

Category: Groundcovers

Family  :Acanthaceae or Crossandra or Thunbergia family

Light:

Sun growing, Semi shade

Water:

Normal

Primarily grown for:

Foliage

Flowering season:

Flowers are inconspicuous

Flower or Inflorescence color:

Purple

Foliage color:

Variegated, Purple, Green

Plant Height or length:

Less than 50 cms

Plant Spread or Width:

Less than 50 cms

Plant Form:

Low spreading

Special Character:

• Good for Edges ie very small hedge or border
• Hanging or weeping growth habit

Generally available in India in quantities of:

Over hundreds

Plant Description:

- Is a truly dwarf growndcover.
- Grows only 10 to 15 cms tall.
- Plants spread and cover an area of around 30 cms round.

Growing tips:

- Ideal as a ground cover in semi shade.
- Will grow in full sunlight in coastal areas.
- Grows quickly and forms a thick mat.
- Adds great color to the greens if used effectively.
- Plant at 20 cms center to center distance for even coverage.