Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
568505

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.W.Li) K.Y.Pan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 69: 260 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567837



Common Names

  • Boeica yunnanensis
  • Yunnanensis Boeica
  • Boeica Yunnanensis


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Synonyms

  • Boeicopsis yunnanensis H.W.Li [unknown]

Description

Boeica yunnanensis (also called 'Yunnan 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 yunnanensis 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

The flower of Boeica yunnanensis is yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boeica yunnanensis 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 yunnanensis

Boeica yunnanensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of China.

Boeica yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boeica yunnanensis?

Boeica yunnanensis

What is the family of Boeica yunnanensis?

Urticaceae

What is the distribution of Boeica yunnanensis?

China, Japan, Korea

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-2678547: Based on the initial data import
Kai Yu Pan (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Pan' in the authors string.
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.