Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
388664

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hatus.) Tateishi

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Japan 2a: 109 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387996



Common Names

  • Intermediate Oreocnide
  • Intermedia Oreocnide
  • Intermedia Hairgrass


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Synonyms

  • Villebrunea intermedia Hatus. [unknown]

Description

Oreocnide intermedia (also called Intermediate Oreocnide, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Central Africa. It grows in moist to wet forests, such as rainforests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocnide intermedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oreocnide intermedia has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocnide intermedia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seed in the spring or fall in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or fall and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Oreocnide intermedia

Oreocnide intermedia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Oreocnide intermedia FAQ

What are the common names of Oreocnide intermedia?

Oreocnide intermedia is commonly known as the Intermediate Oreocnide plant.

What are the growing conditions for Oreocnide intermedia?

Oreocnide intermedia prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Oreocnide intermedia?

Oreocnide intermedia typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

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

Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
Yoichi Tateishi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tateishi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77075074-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.