Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hygroscopica
ID:
567870

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 4: 146 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567202

Common Names

  • Boea hygroscopica
  • Hygroscopica Boea
  • Boea's Hygroscopica

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Synonyms

  • Boea hygroscopica bellendenkerensis Domin [unknown]

Description

Boea hygroscopica (also called Hygroscopic Boea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Central America and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Boea hygroscopica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boea hygroscopica has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boea hygroscopica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Boea hygroscopica

Boea hygroscopica is native to India and can be found in the Himalayas.

Boea hygroscopica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boea hygroscopica?

Boea hygroscopica

What is the common name of Boea hygroscopica?

Hygroscopic Forget-me-not

What is the family of Boea hygroscopica?

Boraginaceae

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

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