Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilmot-Dear, Friis & Kravtsova
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58(1): 213. 2003 [16 Apr 2003]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567413
Common Names
- Burgeriana Boehmeria
- Burgeriana False Nettle
- Burger False Nettle
Description
Boehmeria burgeriana (also called Burger's nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada, and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Boehmeria burgeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Boehmeria burgeriana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Boehmeria burgeriana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be grown in full sun and will tolerate a wide range of soil types. Once established, Boehmeria burgeriana is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division.
Where to Find Boehmeria burgeriana
Boehmeria burgeriana is native to Mexico and can be found in open woodlands.
Boehmeria burgeriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boehmeria burgeriana?
Boehmeria burgeriana
What is the common name of Boehmeria burgeriana?
Burger's nettle
Where is Boehmeria burgeriana found?
Boehmeria burgeriana is found in the United States and Canada.
Species in the Boehmeria genus
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,
Boehmeria tsaratananensis,
Boehmeria ulmifolia,
Boehmeria villosa,
Boehmeria virgata,
Boehmeria yaeyamensis,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.