Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 36: 483 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346228
Common Names
- Debregeasia hekouensis
- Hekouensis Debregeasia
- Hekouensis Plant
Description
Debregeasia hekouensis (also called Hekou Debregeasia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to China. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm in height. It has yellow flowers and grows in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Debregeasia hekouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make tea. The leaves of this plant can be used as a salad green.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Debregeasia hekouensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are short, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Debregeasia hekouensis is a perennial, evergreen, shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is propagated by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in well-draining soil. Water the cuttings regularly until they are established.
Where to Find Debregeasia hekouensis
Debregeasia hekouensis is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.
Debregeasia hekouensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Debregeasia hekouensis?
Debregeasia hekouensis
What are the common names of Debregeasia hekouensis?
Hekou debregeasia
Where is Debregeasia hekouensis native to?
China
Species in the Debregeasia genus
Species in the Urticaceae family
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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,