Boehmeria densiflora

Boehmeria densiflora

Native to:
China, Kazan-retto, Laos, Marianas, Myanmar, Nansei-shoto, Ogasawara-shoto, Philippines, Taiwan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Urticaceae
Genus:
Boehmeria
Species:
Boehmeria densiflora
USDA Symbol:
BODE9

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies, small mammals

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers shaded or semi-shaded areas