Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
guileana
ID:
568498

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 35: 371 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567830



Common Names

  • Boeica guileana
  • Guile's Nettle
  • False Nettle


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Description

Boeica guileana (also called 'Guild's Spiderwort', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has thin, wiry stems with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Boeica guileana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boeica guileana 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

Boeica guileana is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in the spring. The root clumps should be divided into smaller clumps and each clump should be planted in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the plants should be well-established in 4-6 weeks. Once established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Boeica guileana

Boeica guileana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Boeica guileana FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Boeica guileana?

Boeica guileana prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0.

What is the ideal temperature for Boeica guileana?

Boeica guileana prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the ideal light for Boeica guileana?

Boeica guileana prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2678540: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.