Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albocerea
ID:
854391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hsueh f. & T.P.Yi) Stapleton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 455 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000853726



Common Names

  • Borinda albocerea
  • Albocerea Borinda
  • Borinda Albocerea


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Description

Borinda albocerea (also called 'Climbing Lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has long, slender stems with large, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Borinda albocerea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Borinda albocerea is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed of Borinda albocerea is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings of Borinda albocerea are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Borinda albocerea is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Borinda albocerea

Borinda albocerea can be found in the Himalayas, China, and Southeast Asia.

Borinda albocerea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borinda albocerea?

Borinda albocerea

What type of soil does Borinda albocerea prefer?

Borinda albocerea prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Borinda albocerea?

Borinda albocerea prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Borinda genus

Borinda zayuensis, Borinda yulongshanensis, Borinda yajiangensis, Borinda xianggelilaensis, Borinda viridis, Borinda tengchongensis, Borinda sylvestris, Borinda acuticontracta, Borinda stricta, Borinda subflexuosa, Borinda erecta, Borinda solida, Borinda similaris, Borinda sagittatinea, Borinda praecipua, Borinda pleniculmis, Borinda nivalis, Borinda muliensis, Borinda mairei, Borinda ferax, Borinda emaculata, Borinda elegans, Borinda dura, Borinda declivis, Borinda communis, Borinda adpressa, Borinda hygrophila, Borinda altior, Borinda strigosa, Borinda nujiangensis, Borinda utilis, Borinda angustissima, Borinda contracta, Borinda albocerea, Borinda edulis, Borinda extensa, Borinda fansipanensis, Borinda farcta, Borinda frigidis, Borinda glabrifolia, Borinda grossa, Borinda hsuehiana, Borinda lushuiensis, Borinda macclureana, Borinda papyrifera, Borinda perlonga,

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Tong Pei Yi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Yi' in the authors string.
Christopher Mark Adrian Stapleton (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapleton' in the authors string.
Jia Rong Xue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hsueh f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1001994-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].