Hemiboea strigosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strigosa
ID:
1229523
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chun ex W.T.Wang & K.Y.Pan
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 2(2): 124 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228861
Common Names
- Strigose Hemiboea
- Strigose Hemiboea
- Strigose Hemiboea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemiboea strigosa (also called Chinese Hemiboea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hemiboea strigosa is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used to attract pollinators. It has also been used as a medicinal plant and has been known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemiboea strigosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemiboea strigosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hemiboea strigosa
Hemiboea strigosa is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Hemiboea strigosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemiboea strigosa?
Hemiboea strigosa
What is the natural habitat of Hemiboea strigosa?
Hemiboea strigosa is found in tropical and subtropical forests in China.
What is the flowering season of Hemiboea strigosa?
Hemiboea strigosa flowers from April to June.
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-50058152: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Kai Yu Pan (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Pan' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.