Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
borneense
ID:
395599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Contr. Arnold Arbor. 8: 49 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394931



Common Names

  • Poikilospermum borneense
  • Borneense Poikilospermum
  • Borneense False Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Conocephalus borneensis Miq. [unknown]

Description

Poikilospermum borneense (also called Borneo Poikilospermum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves with a heart-shaped base and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilospermum borneense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poikilospermum borneense is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilospermum borneense is a tropical perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the stems in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Poikilospermum borneense

Poikilospermum borneense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Poikilospermum borneense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilospermum borneense?

Poikilospermum borneense

What is the family of Poikilospermum borneense?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Poikilospermum borneense?

N/A

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856022-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.