Plants in genus boehmeria
Boehmeria sieboldiana
Boehmeria sieboldiana is a perennial with 6-foot tall stems and intricately-veined, shiny green leaves. It produces axillary tan flowers in mid-summer and is native to Japan.
Boehmeria splitgerbera
Boehmeria splitgerbera is a clumping perennial with corrugated green leaves that have a texture similar to thick sandpaper and split into two lobes. It produces unusual tan spikes in late summer, adding a unique texture to gardens.
Boehmeria platanifolia
Boehmeria platanifolia is a deciduous plant with bold, deeply-incised green leaves and red petioles. It produces floral stalks resembling limp pipe cleaners, blooming in late summer. This plant is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and is known for attracting butterflies and other insects.
Boehmeria nivea 'Glow Light'
Boehmeria nivea 'Glow Light' is a deciduous perennial that forms a 3-foot tall and 6-foot wide clump with fleshy upright stalks. Its fuzzy golden leaves and tan, pipe-cleaner-like flowers make it a standout in any garden. This plant thrives in half-day sun and light shade, attracting butterflies and other insects with its summer blooms. Its unique foliage and flowers add a tropical look to gardens, making it a popular choice for cottage and night gardens.
Boehmeria nivea 'Nichirin'
Boehmeria nivea 'Nichirin' is a plant native to Japan, characterized by its fuzzy green leaves with a white border. It grows to a height and width of 3 feet and is adorned with axillary catkins in late summer. This plant adds a unique texture to gardens with its distinctive foliage.
Boehmeria nivea 'Kogane Mushi'
Boehmeria nivea 'Kogane Mushi' is a variegated selection of Japanese boehmeria with 6-foot tall, branched stalks. Its small, fuzzy, round leaves emerge creamy yellow-orange and become flecked with green. This slower-growing plant forms a 6-foot tall by 6-foot wide patch, adding a touch of color and texture to garden designs.
Boehmeria nivea 'Solar Eclipse'
Boehmeria nivea 'Solar Eclipse' forms a 2-foot tall and 6-foot wide mound within two years, featuring golden leaves with a central streak of dark green. Some leaves are solid gold, and it produces tan flowers in summer. This plant is known for its striking foliage and is suitable for a variety of garden settings.