Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bifolia
ID:
720344

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) A.Dietr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 1: 574 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719677



Common Names

  • Henckelia bifolia
  • Two-leaved Henckelia
  • Two-leaved Plant


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Synonyms

  • Roettlera bifolia (D.Don) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Calosacme amplectens Wall. [unknown]
  • Chirita amplectens Steud. [unknown]
  • Chirita bifolia D.Don [unknown]
  • Chirita scabra Royle ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Didymocarpus bifolius Jack ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Henckelia bifolia (also called 'Two-Leaf Henckelia' and 'Two-Leaf Henckelia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It is found in moist, shady habitats, and has two large, ovate leaves that are mottled with purple and green. It produces a single flower with a long, thin, yellowish-green spathe.

Uses & Benefits

Henckelia bifolia is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Henckelia bifolia has small, white flowers that are borne in small clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Henckelia bifolia can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Henckelia bifolia

Henckelia bifolia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Henckelia bifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Henckelia bifolia?

Henckelia bifolia

What type of plant is Henckelia bifolia?

Henckelia bifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Henckelia bifolia found?

Henckelia bifolia is found in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Species in the Henckelia genus

Henckelia bifolia, Henckelia crenata, Henckelia diffusa, Henckelia fischeri, Henckelia floccosa, Henckelia follicularis, Henckelia gambleana, Henckelia gardneri, Henckelia grandifolia, Henckelia humboldtiana, Henckelia incana, Henckelia innominata, Henckelia lyrata, Henckelia macrostachya, Henckelia meeboldii, Henckelia missionis, Henckelia ovalifolia, Henckelia pumila, Henckelia punctata, Henckelia repens, Henckelia scortechinii, Henckelia semitorta, Henckelia serrata, Henckelia stenophylla, Henckelia urticifolia, Henckelia vulcanica, Henckelia wightii, Henckelia zeylanica, Henckelia anthonysamyi, Henckelia adenocalyx, Henckelia anachoreta, Henckelia angusta, Henckelia auriculata, Henckelia briggsioides, Henckelia burttii, Henckelia calva, Henckelia dielsii, Henckelia dibangensis, Henckelia ceratoscyphus, Henckelia walkerae, Henckelia monantha, Henckelia dimidiata, Henckelia fasciculiflora, Henckelia forrestii, Henckelia fruticola, Henckelia heterostigma, Henckelia hookeri, Henckelia infundibuliformis, Henckelia insignis, Henckelia lacei,

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-2845513: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Albert Gottfried Dietrich (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Dietr.' in the authors string.