Hypoestes phyllostachya
Family Acanthaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Naturalised |
| Common names | Flamingo Plant, Freckle Face, Freckle Plant, Freckleface, Measlesplant, Polka-Dot Plant |
| Synonyms | Information unavailable |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Herb, Shrub |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Information unavailable |
| Maximum height (m) | 1 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Indian 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 introduction | 1980 |
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 32 | 20 | 28 | 22 | 36 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 22 |
| RCP 8.5 2035 | 32 | 20 | 28 | 22 | 34 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 22 |
| RCP 8.5 2065 | 32 | 20 | 28 | 22 | 34 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 22 |
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)
Images
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