Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
tro
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 69 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219860
Common Names
- Nanocnide lobata
- Lobed Nanocnide
- Lobed Chinese Violet
Description
Nanocnide lobata (also called 'Lobed Nanocnide', among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial herb with small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, typically in elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Nanocnide lobata is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nanocnide lobata has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nanocnide lobata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Nanocnide lobata
Nanocnide lobata is native to China.
Nanocnide lobata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nanocnide lobata?
Nanocnide lobata
What is the common name of Nanocnide lobata?
Lobed Nanocnide
What is the habitat of Nanocnide lobata?
Nanocnide lobata is found in moist forests and grasslands of the Himalayas
Species in the Nanocnide genus
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,