Overview

Hemigraphis reptans is a plant with a spreading, trailing habit in the genus Hemigraphis, part of the Acanthaceae family, with green, purple, silver, metallic foliage. Hemigraphis reptans grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplant, terrarium, hanging baskets and ground cover.

About

Hemigraphis reptans is a spreading, trailing cultivar of the genus Hemigraphis, known for its striking foliage in shades of green, purple, silver, and metallic. This plant thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect such as north, east, or west-facing locations. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and consistent moisture. Suitable for use as a houseplant, in terrariums, hanging baskets, or as ground cover, Hemigraphis reptans is hardy to H1b and is typically propagated by stem cuttings. It is particularly attractive during spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemigraphis

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

North-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1b

Plant details

Hemigraphis reptans size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Spreading, Trailing

Foliage

Green, Purple, Silver, Metallic

Suggested uses

Houseplant, Terrarium, Hanging baskets, Ground cover

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemigraphis reptans

Propagation

Stem cuttings

Pest resistance

Low

Disease resistance

Low

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