Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
borneensis
ID:
252483

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Vogel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 325 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251815

Common Names

  • Neuwiedia borneensis
  • Borneo Neuwiedia
  • Neuwiedia

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Description

Neuwiedia borneensis (also called Borneo Neuwiedia, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Neuwiedia borneensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuwiedia borneensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuwiedia borneensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Neuwiedia borneensis

Neuwiedia borneensis is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.

Neuwiedia borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuwiedia borneensis?

Neuwiedia borneensis

What is the family of Neuwiedia borneensis?

Acanthaceae

What are the common names of Neuwiedia borneensis?

Borneo elephant ear

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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