Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borbonica
ID:
280683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marais

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 814 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280015

Common Names

  • Borbonica Polyscias
  • Polyscias Borbonica
  • Polyscias Borbonic

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Description

Polyscias borbonica (also called Polyscias borbonica, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polyscias borbonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin inflammation, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyscias borbonica is white, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyscias borbonica is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or by division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Polyscias borbonica

Polyscias borbonica can be found in tropical regions of Madagascar.

Polyscias borbonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyscias borbonica?

Polyscias borbonica

What is the common name of Polyscias borbonica?

Bourbon Aralia

What type of plant is Polyscias borbonica?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Polyscias genus

Polyscias aculeata, Polyscias acuminata, Polyscias aemiliguineae, Polyscias aequatoguineensis, Polyscias albersiana, Polyscias amplifolia, Polyscias anacardium, Polyscias andraerum, Polyscias ariadnes, Polyscias aubrevillei, Polyscias australiana, Polyscias baehniana, Polyscias balansae, Polyscias balfouriana, Polyscias baretiana, Polyscias belensis, Polyscias bellendenkeriensis, Polyscias bernieri, Polyscias bipinnata, Polyscias boivinii, Polyscias borbonica, Polyscias borneensis, Polyscias botryophora, Polyscias carolorum, Polyscias chapelieri, Polyscias cissiflora, Polyscias cissodendron, Polyscias confertifolia, Polyscias coriacea, Polyscias corticata, Polyscias crenata, Polyscias culminicola, Polyscias cumingiana, Polyscias cussonioides, Polyscias cutispongia, Polyscias dichroostachya, Polyscias dioica, Polyscias elegans, Polyscias farinosa, Polyscias felicis, Polyscias filicifolia, Polyscias floccosa, Polyscias florosa, Polyscias fraxinifolia, Polyscias fruticosa, Polyscias fulva, Polyscias gracilis, Polyscias gruschvitzkii, Polyscias guilfoylei, Polyscias heineana,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-162454: Based on the initial data import
Wessel Marais (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marais' in the authors string.