Family: Acanthaceae

Genus: Hypoestes

Species: aristata

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000967

Common name: Ribbon bush

English name: Ribbon bush

Arabic name: هايبوستس

Native: South Africa

Country: South Africa

(PGR): Cultivated plant

Evergreen shrub grow 15 m tall leaves dark green, hairy, oval flowers lilac pink borne in spike-like 

Ribbon bush is eaten as spinach in some areas, while traditionally crushed leaves are used as a poultice for sore eyes. It also makes a good cut flower because it lasts well in water.

Texture: Chalk Clay Loam Sandy

Fertility: High

Drainage: Moderately well drained

Salinity: Low

Water Sources: Moderate Water

Climates: Subtropics

Lights: Full sun Light shade

Propagation: Cuttings -

Flowering time: Spring

Zone: 9 : 11

pH range: 6.1-7.8

Status: Cultivated

Life span: Perennial

Habits: Evergreen Shrub

Sample Type: Introduced - cultivated

Collecting Sources: Botanical garden

Plant Uses: Food Medicinal Ornamental

Plant Populations density: Cultivated

Vegetation types: Evergreen shrub

pH: Mild acid Mild alkaline Neutral