Status:
valid
Authors:
Kiew
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Malayan Nat. J. 64: 4 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333403
Common Names
- Paraboea
- Punggulensis
- Asian Daisy
Description
Paraboea punggulensis (also called 'Punggul Paraboea', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Paraboea punggulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paraboea punggulensis has a white flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paraboea punggulensis is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by stem cuttings. Take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide partial shade. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Paraboea punggulensis
Paraboea punggulensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo.
Paraboea punggulensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paraboea punggulensis?
Paraboea punggulensis
What is the common name of Paraboea punggulensis?
Paraboea Punggulensis
What is the natural habitat of Paraboea punggulensis?
Tropical rainforests
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,