Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
diversifolia
ID:
704003

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link) Friis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36: 145 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703336



Common Names

  • Girardinia diversifolia
  • Diversifolia Girardinia
  • Girardinia


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Synonyms

  • Urtica adoensis Hochst. [unknown]
  • Girardinia armata Kunth [illegitimate]
  • Urtica diversifolia Link [unknown]

Description

Girardinia diversifolia (also called Himalayan Vine, among many other common names) is a climbing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Girardinia diversifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Girardinia diversifolia sub. suborbiculata (C.J.Chen) C.J.Chen & Friis
Girardinia diversifolia sub. triloba (C.J.Chen) C.J.Chen & Friis
Girardinia diversifolia sub. diversifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Girardinia diversifolia is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Girardinia diversifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Girardinia diversifolia

Girardinia diversifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in moist, shady habitats. It is also found in parts of China, India, and Nepal.

Girardinia diversifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Girardinia diversifolia?

Girardinia diversifolia

What is the common name of Girardinia diversifolia?

Diverse-leaf Girardinia

What is the natural habitat of Girardinia diversifolia?

Girardinia diversifolia is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands in California.

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:908775-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.