Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
vachareea
ID:
1322536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triboun & Sonsupab

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 64: 365 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334990



Common Names

  • Paraboea vachareea
  • Vacharee's Paraboea
  • Vacharee's-Leaf Paraboea


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Description

Paraboea vachareea (also called Vacharee's Paraboea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, round, and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea vachareea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paraboea vachareea is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round in shape. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea vachareea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Paraboea vachareea

Paraboea vachareea is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Paraboea vachareea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea vachareea?

Paraboea vachareea

What is the common name of Paraboea vachareea?

Vacharee's Paraboea

What type of plant is Paraboea vachareea?

Paraboea vachareea is a herb

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

Pramote Triboun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triboun' in the authors string.
B. Sonsupab: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonsupab' in the authors string.