Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Pl. Jungh. : 34 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567439
Common Names
- Clidemioides Boehmeria
- Clidemioides False Nettle
- Clidemioid False Nettle
Synonyms
- Boehmeria clidemioides cinerascens H.Hara [unknown]
- Boehmeria platyphylla clidemioides (Miq.) Wedd. [unknown]
Description
Boehmeria clidemioides (also called Clidemioid 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 clidemioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Boehmeria clidemioides var. diffusa (Wedd.) Hand.-Mazz.
Boehmeria clidemioides var. clidemioides
Boehmeria clidemioides var. umbrosa Hand.-Mazz.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Boehmeria clidemioides 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 clidemioides can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is sensitive to frost and should be protected from cold temperatures.
Where to Find Boehmeria clidemioides
Boehmeria clidemioides is native to Mexico and can be found in open woodlands.
Boehmeria clidemioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boehmeria clidemioides?
Boehmeria clidemioides
What is the common name of Boehmeria clidemioides?
Clidemioides boehmeria
Where is Boehmeria clidemioides native to?
Asia
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,