Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
mollifolia
ID:
1229525

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


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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.

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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 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 tro-50058155: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.