Hanguana bogneri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bogneri
ID:
435386
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tillich & E.Sill
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera 6: 216 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434718
Common Names
- Hanguana bogneri
- Bogner's Hanguana
- Bogner's Water-Plantain
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hanguana bogneri (also called Hanguana, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist areas, such as in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Hanguana bogneri is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hanguana bogneri is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a long, thin stem with a single pair of leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Hanguana bogneri: Hanguana bogneri is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division of the root ball.
Where to Find Hanguana bogneri
Hanguana bogneri is native to Southeast Asia, including parts of India, China, and Thailand.
Hanguana bogneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hanguana bogneri?
Hanguana bogneri
What is the common name of Hanguana bogneri?
Bogner's Hanguana
What is the natural habitat of Hanguana bogneri?
Tropical wetlands and marshes
Species in the Hanguana genus
Hanguana anthelminthica, Hanguana bogneri, Hanguana kassintu, Hanguana major, Hanguana malayana, Hanguana bakoensis, Hanguana nitens, Hanguana pantiensis, Hanguana exultans, Hanguana stenopoda, Hanguana podzolica, Hanguana loi, Hanguana neglecta, Hanguana rubinea, Hanguana triangulata, Hanguana thailandica, Hanguana fraseriana, Hanguana minor,
Species in the Hanguanaceae family
Hanguana anthelminthica, Hanguana bogneri, Hanguana kassintu, Hanguana major, Hanguana malayana, Hanguana bakoensis, Hanguana nitens, Hanguana pantiensis, Hanguana exultans, Hanguana stenopoda, Hanguana podzolica, Hanguana loi, Hanguana neglecta, Hanguana rubinea, Hanguana triangulata, Hanguana thailandica, Hanguana fraseriana, Hanguana minor,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-247954: Based on the initial data import
Hans-Jürgen Tillich (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tillich' in the authors string.
Elisabeth Sill: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Sill' in the authors string.