Hypoestes phyllostachya

Family Acanthaceae

Species Profile

Species classification Naturalised
Common namesFlamingo Plant, Freckle Face, Freckle Plant, Freckleface, Measlesplant, Polka-Dot Plant
SynonymsInformation unavailable
LongevityPerennial
Growth formHerb, Shrub
Seed dispersal morphologyInformation unavailable
Maximum height (m)1
Capable of vegetative reproductionYes
Native rangeIndian Ocean Islands
Exotic range (Australia)NSW, QLD, Norfolk Island
Exotic range (other)Information unavailable
Habitat types (exotic)Bushland, Disturbed areas (including trails), Forest, Riparian systems, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)Information unavailable
Decade of introduction1980

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Climate scenario Australia ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA
Current climate 322028223620181822
RCP 8.5 2035 322028223420181822
RCP 8.5 2065 322028223420181822

Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences

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Current suitable habitat

2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

Recorded occurrences
(Australia)

Recorded occurrences
(global)

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