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Description
Hemiphragma Heterophyllum, commonly known as the Chinese Violet Cress or the Variegated Violet Cress, is a species of flowering plant belonging to the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Southern China and Taiwan, but it is also grown as an ornamental plant in other parts of the world.This plant is an annual or biennial herb that can grow up to 20-30 cm tall. It has a compact, bushy growth habit and produces small white or pink flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Hemiphragma |
Appearance
The Hemiphragma Heterophyllum plant has variegated leaves that are green with white edges. The leaves are oblong or ovate in shape, and they can grow up to 5 cm long and 2 cm wide. The plant also produces small flowers that are white or pink in color and have four petals.
Care Guide
Hemiphragma Heterophyllum is a relatively easy plant to care for. Here are some tips on how to take care of it:Water: This plant prefers moist soil, so it is important to keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.Fertilization: You can fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.Soil: This plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: Hemiphragma Heterophyllum prefers partial shade to full sun.Hardiness Zones: This plant can grow in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hemiphragma Heterophyllum is generally a healthy plant, but it can be susceptible to some pests and diseases. Here are some common ones to watch out for:Pests: Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites can be problematic for this plant.Diseases: Powdery mildew and damping-off are two diseases that can affect Hemiphragma Heterophyllum.
Habitat
Hemiphragma Heterophyllum is native to Southern China and Taiwan, where it grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, meadows, and riverbanks. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade to full sun.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Hemiphragma Heterophyllum a perennial or annual plant?
A: Hemiphragma Heterophyllum can be either an annual or biennial plant.Q: What are some common pests that can affect Hemiphragma Heterophyllum?
A: Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites can be problematic for this plant.Q: What is the ideal soil type for Hemiphragma Heterophyllum?
A: This plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Q: What is the ideal amount of sunlight for Hemiphragma Heterophyllum?
A: This plant prefers partial shade to full sun.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Hemiphragma Heterophyllum:
- Hemiphragma heterophyllum var. glabrescens
- Hemiphragma heterophyllum var. heterophyllum
References
- “Hemiphragma heterophyllum.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 17 June 2021. <http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c145>.
- “Hemiphragma heterophyllum.” Plants of the World Online. Accessed 17 June 2021. <http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:284858-1>.
- “Hemiphragma heterophyllum.” Royal Horticultural Society. Accessed 17 June 2021. <https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/127667/Hemiphragma-heterophyllum/Details>.
