Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 2(2): 129 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228863
Common Names
- Mollifoliate Hemiboea
- Mollifoliate Hemiboea
- Mollifoliate Hemiboea
Description
Hemiboea mollifolia (also called Chinese Hemiboea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hemiboea mollifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemiboea mollifolia has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, ovate leaves with a toothed margin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemiboea mollifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hemiboea mollifolia
Hemiboea mollifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Hemiboea mollifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemiboea mollifolia?
Hemiboea mollifolia
What is the natural habitat of Hemiboea mollifolia?
Hemiboea mollifolia is found in tropical and subtropical forests in China.
What is the flowering season of Hemiboea mollifolia?
Hemiboea mollifolia flowers from April to June.
Species in the Hemiboea genus
Hemiboea bicornuta,
Hemiboea subacaulis,
Hemiboea purpurea,
Hemiboea ovalifolia,
Hemiboea purpureotincta,
Hemiboea cavaleriei,
Hemiboea longisepala,
Hemiboea fangii,
Hemiboea gracilis,
Hemiboea longzhouensis,
Hemiboea subcapitata,
Hemiboea glandulosa,
Hemiboea parviflora,
Hemiboea flaccida,
Hemiboea gamosepala,
Hemiboea follicularis,
Hemiboea integra,
Hemiboea latisepala,
Hemiboea longgangensis,
Hemiboea strigosa,
Hemiboea pingbianensis,
Hemiboea mollifolia,
Hemiboea omeiensis,
Hemiboea parvibracteata,
Hemiboea wangiana,
Hemiboea magnibracteata,
Hemiboea rubribracteata,
Hemiboea suiyangensis,
Hemiboea sinovietnamica,
Hemiboea lutea,
Hemiboea malipoensis,
Hemiboea pterocaulis,
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,