Hemiboea rubribracteata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubribracteata
ID:
1275294
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.Yu Li & Yan Liu
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 42: 537 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274632
Common Names
- Hemiboea Rubribracteata
- Hemiboea
- Rubribracteata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemiboea rubribracteata (also called Red-Bracted Hemiboea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to China, and is found in habitats such as forests, woodland edges, and along roadsides. It has dark green, lanceolate leaves and white flowers with red bracts. The stems are erect and branched, and the fruits are ovoid.
Uses & Benefits
Hemiboea rubribracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemiboea rubribracteata is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemiboea rubribracteata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.
Where to Find Hemiboea rubribracteata
Hemiboea rubribracteata is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.
Hemiboea rubribracteata FAQ
What are the common names for Hemiboea rubribracteata?
Red-bracted Hemiboea
What are the uses of Hemiboea rubribracteata?
Hemiboea rubribracteata is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.
Where is Hemiboea rubribracteata found?
Hemiboea rubribracteata is found in India, Nepal, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Species in the Hemiboea genus
Hemiboea bicornuta, Hemiboea subacaulis, Hemiboea purpurea, Hemiboea ovalifolia, Hemiboea purpureotincta, Hemiboea cavaleriei, Hemiboea longisepala, Hemiboea fangii, Hemiboea gracilis, Hemiboea longzhouensis, Hemiboea subcapitata, Hemiboea glandulosa, Hemiboea parviflora, Hemiboea flaccida, Hemiboea gamosepala, Hemiboea follicularis, Hemiboea integra, Hemiboea latisepala, Hemiboea longgangensis, Hemiboea strigosa, Hemiboea pingbianensis, Hemiboea mollifolia, Hemiboea omeiensis, Hemiboea parvibracteata, Hemiboea wangiana, Hemiboea magnibracteata, Hemiboea rubribracteata, Hemiboea suiyangensis, Hemiboea sinovietnamica, Hemiboea lutea, Hemiboea malipoensis, Hemiboea pterocaulis,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50274301: Based on the initial data import
Zhen Yu Li (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Yu Li' in the authors string.
Yan Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yan Liu' in the authors string.