Khadia borealis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 6. 1936.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293257
Common Names
- Khadia borealis
- Borealis Khadia
- Khadia Borealis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Khadia borealis (also called Northern False-Foxglove, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the northeastern United States. It has a low-growing habit and produces white flowers. It is found in moist woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Khadia borealis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Khadia borealis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Khadia borealis is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting from the stem tip, remove the leaves from the bottom half of the stem, and allow it to dry for a few days. Then, plant the cutting in a potting mix of equal parts sand and potting soil. Water it lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny location. It should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Khadia borealis
Khadia borealis is native to South Africa. It is found in dry grassland, on rocky slopes, and in disturbed areas.
Species in the Khadia genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293257: Based on the initial data import