Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
minimifolia
ID:
570209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Res. Sci. Somalia Ital. 1: 19 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569541

Common Names

  • Boscia minimifolia
  • Minimifolia Sedge
  • Minimifolia Boscia

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Synonyms

  • Boscia subtussulcata Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Boscia minimifolia (also called small-leaved boscia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with small, yellow flowers and oblong leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, open grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Boscia minimifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boscia minimifolia has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boscia minimifolia is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Boscia minimifolia

Boscia minimifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Boscia minimifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boscia minimifolia?

Boscia minimifolia

What is the common name of Boscia minimifolia?

Mini-leaved Boscia

What is the natural habitat of Boscia minimifolia?

Dry woodlands and thickets

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