Status:
valid
Authors:
Scott Elliot
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 29: 44 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823209
Common Names
- Basella excavata
- Excavata Basella
- Basella Excavata
Description
Basella excavata (also called Excavated Basella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Basellaceae. It is an annual herb with a maximum height of about 1 m. It is native to the tropical regions of the world and is found in moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Basella excavata has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Basella excavata has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Basella excavata is a perennial plant that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer and rooting them in a mix of sand and peat. It can also be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Basella excavata
Basella excavata is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and streams.
Basella excavata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Basella excavata?
Basella excavata
What is the common name of Basella excavata?
Malabar Spinach
Where is Basella excavata native to?
Tropical Asia
Species in the Basella genus
Species in the Basellaceae family
Anredera aspera,
Anredera baselloides,
Anredera brachystachys,
Anredera cordifolia,
Anredera densiflora,
Anredera diffusa,
Anredera floribunda,
Anredera krapovickasii,
Anredera marginata,
Anredera ramosa,
Anredera tucumanensis,
Anredera vesicaria,
Basella alba,
Basella excavata,
Basella leandriana,
Basella madagascariensis,
Basella paniculata,
Tournonia hookeriana,
Ullucus tuberosus,