Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 845 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567751
Common Names
- Boehmeria spicigera
- Spicigera Boehmeria
- Boehmeria Spicigera
Description
Boehmeria spicigera (also called Spiked Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 m high. It has small white flowers and is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Boehmeria spicigera is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Boehmeria spicigera has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Boehmeria spicigera is a tropical perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It is grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be propagated from seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Boehmeria spicigera
Boehmeria spicigera can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Boehmeria spicigera FAQ
What is the ideal soil pH for Boehmeria spicigera?
Boehmeria spicigera prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0.
What is the ideal temperature for Boehmeria spicigera?
Boehmeria spicigera prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
What is the ideal light for Boehmeria spicigera?
Boehmeria spicigera prefers bright, indirect light.
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,