Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
integrifolia
ID:
1416541

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.St.-Hil.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Expos. Fam. Nat. 2: 3 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429006

Common Names

  • Integrifolia Boscia
  • Integrifolia Boxwood
  • Integrifolia Boxthorn

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Description

Boscia integrifolia (also called Boscia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m in height, with thick, woody stems and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is often found in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Boscia integrifolia is used as a medicinal plant, for timber, and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boscia integrifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boscia integrifolia is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a shady location. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Boscia integrifolia

Boscia integrifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Boscia integrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boscia integrifolia?

Boscia integrifolia

What is the common name of Boscia integrifolia?

Integrifolia Boscia

What is the natural habitat of Boscia integrifolia?

Dry savannas and woodlands

Species in the Capparaceae family

Acome micrantha, Bachmannia woodii, Beautempsia avicenniifolia, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia arabica, Boscia cauliflora, Boscia coriacea, Boscia fadeniorum, Boscia foetida, Boscia gossweileri, Boscia kalachariensis, Boscia keniensis, Boscia longifolia, Boscia madagascariensis, Boscia matabelensis, Boscia mazzocchii, Boscia microphylla, Boscia minimifolia, Boscia mossambicensis, Boscia oleoides, Boscia pestalozziana, Boscia plantefolii, Boscia polyantha, Boscia praecox, Boscia pruinosa, Boscia puberula, Boscia rotundifolia, Boscia salicifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Boscia tomentosa, Boscia urens, Boscia welwitschii, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia integrifolia, Buchholzia coriacea, Buchholzia tholloniana, Cadaba aphylla, Cadaba baccarinii, Cadaba barbigera, Cadaba benguellensis, Cadaba capparoides, Cadaba carneoviridis, Cadaba divaricata, Cadaba farinosa, Cadaba fruticosa, Cadaba gillettii, Cadaba glaberrima, Cadaba glandulosa, Cadaba insularis, Cadaba kassasii,

References

Jean Henri Jaume Saint-Hilaire (1772-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.