Incarvillea himalayensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
himalayensis
ID:
779334
Status:
valid
Authors:
Grey-Wilson
Source:
iplants
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
New Plantsman 5: 88 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778667
Common Names
- Incarvillea himalayensis
- Himalayensis Incarvillea
- Himalayensis Leaf Incarvillea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Incarvillea himalayensis (also called 'Himalayan Incarvillea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Incarvillea himalayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of wood for furniture and other wood-based products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Incarvillea himalayensis is a yellow-orange bell-shaped flower with a red center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Incarvillea himalayensis is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Division is done in spring or autumn when the plant is dormant.
Where to Find Incarvillea himalayensis
Incarvillea himalayensis can be found in China, India, and Nepal.
Incarvillea himalayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Incarvillea himalayensis?
Incarvillea himalayensis
What are the common names of Incarvillea himalayensis?
Himalayan Balsam
What is the natural habitat of Incarvillea himalayensis?
It is found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan
Species in the Incarvillea genus
Incarvillea altissima, Incarvillea compacta, Incarvillea delavayi, Incarvillea diffusa, Incarvillea emodi, Incarvillea forrestii, Incarvillea himalayensis, Incarvillea lutea, Incarvillea mairei, Incarvillea olgae, Incarvillea potaninii, Incarvillea semiretschenskia, Incarvillea sinensis, Incarvillea zhongdianensis, Incarvillea beresowskii, Incarvillea younghusbandii, Incarvillea dissectifolia, Incarvillea uniflora,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Christopher Grey-Wilson (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grey-Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1001788-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].