Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nagalandiana
ID:
467841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deb & Ratna Dutta

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 85: 168 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467173

Common Names

  • Paraboea nagalandiana
  • Nagalandiana Paraboea
  • Paraboea Nagalandiana

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Description

Paraboea nagalandiana (also called Nagaland Paraboea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is found in India and Myanmar. It is a small herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea nagalandiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea nagalandiana has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea nagalandiana is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it is best to use a light, well-draining soil mix. When planting in pots, use a potting mix that is light and well-draining. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. This plant is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Paraboea nagalandiana

Paraboea nagalandiana is found in India.

Paraboea nagalandiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea nagalandiana?

Paraboea nagalandiana

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea nagalandiana?

Forests in Southeast Asia

What are the common uses of Paraboea nagalandiana?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

Species in the Paraboea genus

Paraboea laxa, Paraboea mataensis, Paraboea mahaxayana, Paraboea luzoniensis, Paraboea leuserensis, Paraboea leopoldii, Paraboea lancifolia, Paraboea lanata, Paraboea kalimantanensis, Paraboea incudicarpa, Paraboea halongensis, Paraboea leporina, Paraboea pubicorolla, Paraboea prolixa, Paraboea patens, Paraboea parviflora, Paraboea meiophylla, Paraboea nagalandiana, Paraboea minuta, Paraboea minor, Paraboea bintangensis, Paraboea chiangdaoensis, Paraboea capitata, Paraboea candidissima, Paraboea caerulescens, Paraboea brachycarpa, Paraboea berouwensis, Paraboea banyengiana, Paraboea bakeri, Paraboea amplifolia, Paraboea acutifolia, Paraboea brunnescens, Paraboea divaricata, Paraboea glanduliflora, Paraboea glabrisepala, Paraboea glabriflora, Paraboea glabra, Paraboea ferruginea, Paraboea evrardii, Paraboea clarkei, Paraboea effusa, Paraboea detergibilis, Paraboea elegans, Paraboea rabilii, Paraboea thorelii, Paraboea tarutaoensis, Paraboea suffruticosa, Paraboea speluncarum, Paraboea speciosa, Paraboea trachyphylla,

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

Debendra Bijoy Deb (1924-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deb' in the authors string.
Ratna Dutta (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ratna Dutta' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:935727-1: Based on the initial data import