Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
1319898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Burtt) C.Puglisi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1700 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332352

Common Names

  • Paraboea Robusta
  • Robusta Orchid
  • Paraboea Orchid

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Description

Paraboea robusta (also called Paraboea grandiflora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas, from Nepal to southwestern China (Yunnan). This species is found in forests, thickets, and grasslands at elevations of 2,400–3,600 m.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea robusta is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea robusta has small, white flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, round and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea robusta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the divisions moist until they are established.

Where to Find Paraboea robusta

Paraboea robusta is found in tropical rainforests in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Paraboea robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea robusta?

Paraboea robusta

What is the common name of Paraboea robusta?

Robust Paraboea

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea robusta?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia

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

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Carmen Puglisi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Puglisi' in the authors string.