Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bintangensis
ID:
467844

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31: 51 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467176



Common Names

  • Paraboea bintangensis
  • Bintangensis Paraboea
  • Paraboea Bintangensis


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Description

Paraboea bintangensis (also called Bintang Mountain Paraboea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Thailand, where it is found in limestone hills and forests at elevations of 1000–1600 m. It is found in shady, moist, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea bintangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea bintangensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea bintangensis 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 bintangensis

Paraboea bintangensis is found in the island of Borneo.

Paraboea bintangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea bintangensis?

Paraboea bintangensis

What is the family of Paraboea bintangensis?

Gesneriaceae

Where is Paraboea bintangensis native to?

Thailand

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