Boehmeria macrophylla

Physical Characteristics

Boehmeria macrophylla is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). It is in flower from June to September, and the seeds ripen from September to January. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required).. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Himalayas from India to Bhutan, Sikkim and China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

Although members of the nettle family, plants in this genus do not have stinging hairs[235].