Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
467820

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 41: 431 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467152



Common Names

  • Paraboea lancifolia
  • Lance-leaved Paraboea
  • Lance-leaved Paraboea
  • Lance-leaved Paraboea


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Synonyms

  • Boea lancifolia Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Paraboea lancifolia (also called Lance-leaved Paraboea, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It has pinnate leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of both wet and dry conditions.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea lancifolia 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 lancifolia is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require frequent watering. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Paraboea lancifolia

Paraboea lancifolia is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.

Paraboea lancifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea lancifolia?

Paraboea lancifolia

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea lancifolia?

Forests in Southeast Asia

What are the common uses of Paraboea lancifolia?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:914369-1: Based on the initial data import