Horned Hemiboea (Hemiboea Bicornuta) is a perennial herb in the Gesneriaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hemiboea bicornuta is a rare, perennial woodland plant native to subtropical regions including Taiwan and Nansei-shoto, characterized by soft green leaves and distinctive white tubular flowers with purple spots.

Horned Hemiboea

Horned Hemiboea

Hemiboea Bicornuta

Hemiboea bicornuta is a rare, perennial woodland plant native to subtropical regions including Taiwan and Nansei-shoto, characterized by soft green leaves and distinctive white tubular flowers with purple spots.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage, shade garden accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Horned Hemiboea

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Horned Hemiboea
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Taxonomy

Family:Gesneriaceae
Genus:Hemiboea