Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
banyengiana
ID:
467857

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 85: 25 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467189

Common Names

  • Paraboea banyengiana
  • Banyengiana Paraboea
  • Paraboea Banyengiana

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Description

Paraboea banyengiana (also called Banyeng's paraboea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic herbaceous plant with long, thin, creeping stems and small, ovate, dark green leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Borneo and Sumatra and usually grows on tree trunks in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea banyengiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paraboea banyengiana is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea banyengiana is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it is best to use a light, well-draining soil mix. When planting in pots, use a potting mix that is light and well-draining. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. This plant is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Paraboea banyengiana

Paraboea banyengiana is found in the island of Borneo.

Paraboea banyengiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea banyengiana?

Paraboea banyengiana

What is the family of Paraboea banyengiana?

Gesneriaceae

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea banyengiana?

Forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Paraboea genus

Paraboea laxa, Paraboea mataensis, Paraboea mahaxayana, Paraboea luzoniensis, Paraboea leuserensis, Paraboea leopoldii, Paraboea lancifolia, Paraboea lanata, Paraboea kalimantanensis, Paraboea incudicarpa, Paraboea halongensis, Paraboea leporina, Paraboea pubicorolla, Paraboea prolixa, Paraboea patens, Paraboea parviflora, Paraboea meiophylla, Paraboea nagalandiana, Paraboea minuta, Paraboea minor, Paraboea bintangensis, Paraboea chiangdaoensis, Paraboea capitata, Paraboea candidissima, Paraboea caerulescens, Paraboea brachycarpa, Paraboea berouwensis, Paraboea banyengiana, Paraboea bakeri, Paraboea amplifolia, Paraboea acutifolia, Paraboea brunnescens, Paraboea divaricata, Paraboea glanduliflora, Paraboea glabrisepala, Paraboea glabriflora, Paraboea glabra, Paraboea ferruginea, Paraboea evrardii, Paraboea clarkei, Paraboea effusa, Paraboea detergibilis, Paraboea elegans, Paraboea rabilii, Paraboea thorelii, Paraboea tarutaoensis, Paraboea suffruticosa, Paraboea speluncarum, Paraboea speciosa, Paraboea trachyphylla,

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