Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
313177

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 424 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312509

Common Names

  • Many-flowered False Buttonweed
  • Many-flowered Buttonweed
  • Many-flowered False Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Oncinotis axillaris K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Baissea angolensis Stapf [unknown]
  • Baissea caudiloba Stapf [unknown]
  • Baissea concinna Stapf ex Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Baissea heudelotii Hua. [unknown]
  • Baissea laxiflora Stapf [unknown]
  • Baissea multiflora caudiloba (Stapf) Stapf [unknown]
  • Baissea thollonii Hua [unknown]
  • Guerkea congolana De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]

Description

Baissea multiflora (also called many-flowered baissea, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Rubiaceae family. It has small white flowers and is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Baissea multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baissea multiflora is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baissea multiflora is a low-growing, spreading perennial herb that typically grows to 10-20 cm tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Baissea multiflora

Baissea multiflora can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Baissea multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baissea multiflora?

Baissea multiflora

What is the natural habitat of Baissea multiflora?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What are the medicinal uses of Baissea multiflora?

It is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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