Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
568476

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) Guill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 7: 182 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567808

Common Names

  • Boehmeria virgata
  • Virgata Boehmeria
  • Boehmeria Virgata

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Synonyms

  • Urtica virgata G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Boehmeria platyphylla virgata (G.Forst.) Wedd. [unknown]
  • Boehmeria taitensis Wedd. [superfluous]

Description

Boehmeria virgata (also called White False Nettle, White Hemp Nettle, and White Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is characterized by its small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Boehmeria virgata is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Boehmeria virgata var. velutina Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. maxima Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. austroqueenslandica (Domin) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. macrophylla (Hornem.) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. tomentosa (Wedd.) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. macrostachya (Wight) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. longissima (Hook.f.) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. canescens (Wedd.) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. rotundifolia (D.Don) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. minuticymosa Acharya, Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. scabrella (Dalzell & A.Gibson) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. sumatrana (Miq.) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. densiglomerata (W.T.Wang) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata var. strigosa (W.T.Wang) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata sub. macrophylla (Hornem.) Friis & Wilmot-Dear
Boehmeria virgata sub. virgata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boehmeria virgata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boehmeria virgata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be 4-6 inches long. Place the cuttings in a pot filled with moist potting soil and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Boehmeria virgata

Boehmeria virgata is native to North America, Central America, and South America. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas.

Boehmeria virgata FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Boehmeria virgata?

Boehmeria virgata prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0.

What is the ideal temperature for Boehmeria virgata?

Boehmeria virgata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the ideal light for Boehmeria virgata?

Boehmeria virgata 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,

References

Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:850807-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.