Hemigraphis alternata (Red Ivy) - Image 2

Botanical names: Hemigraphis alternata, Hemigraphis colorata

Common names: Red Ivy, Red Flame Ivy, Waffle plant

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: Malay Archipelago

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunKeep soil moistKeep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantOrnamental foliageFlood tolerant plant
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Hemigraphis alternata purple and green leaves with crinkled texture forming ground cover plant
Hemigraphis alternata leaves with dark purple undersides and puckered green upper surfaces.
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