Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
leporina
ID:
467828

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.Lam) B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1984

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467160



Common Names

  • Paraboea leporina
  • Leporina Paraboea
  • Paraboea Leporina


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Synonyms

  • Boea leporina H.J.Lam [unknown]

Description

Paraboea leporina (also called Rabbit 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 leporina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea leporina 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 leporina is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly and keep the soil lightly moist, but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Paraboea leporina

Paraboea leporina is found in the island of Borneo.

Paraboea leporina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea leporina?

Paraboea leporina

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea leporina?

Forests in Southeast Asia

What are the common uses of Paraboea leporina?

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

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:914370-1: Based on the initial data import