Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
birmanica
ID:
1416983

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Craib) C.Puglisi

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1699 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429448



Common Names

  • Paraboea Birmanica
  • Burmese Paraboea
  • Burmese Water Snowflake


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Description

Paraboea birmanica (also called Burmese paraboea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Myanmar and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, forests, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea birmanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea birmanica has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea birmanica can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Paraboea birmanica

Paraboea birmanica is found in the tropical rainforests of Myanmar.

Paraboea birmanica FAQ

What are the common names of Paraboea birmanica?

Birman paraboea

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea birmanica?

Dry, rocky slopes in Myanmar

What are the uses of Paraboea birmanica?

Ornamental

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

William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Carmen Puglisi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Puglisi' in the authors string.