Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
mossambicensis
ID:
570210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(1): 164 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569542

Common Names

  • Boscia mossambicensis
  • Mozambican Sedge
  • Mozambican Boscia

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Synonyms

  • Boscia carsonii Baker [unknown]
  • Boscia elegans Gilg [unknown]
  • Boscia grandiflora Gilg [unknown]
  • Boscia gymnosporiifolia Chiov. [unknown]
  • Boscia hildebrandtii Gilg [unknown]
  • Boscia holzii Gilg & Gilg-Ben. [unknown]
  • Boscia pachyandra Gilg [unknown]
  • Boscia uhligii Gilg & Gilg-Ben. [unknown]
  • Boscia viridiflava Gilg & Gilg-Ben. [unknown]
  • Boscia zimmereri Gilg & H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Boscia holtzii Gilg & Gilg-Ben. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Boscia mossambicensis 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 mossambicensis 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 mossambicensis 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 mossambicensis

Boscia mossambicensis is native to Mozambique and can be found in the northern and central regions of the country.

Boscia mossambicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boscia mossambicensis?

Boscia mossambicensis

What is the common name of Boscia mossambicensis?

Mozambique Boscia

What is the natural habitat of Boscia mossambicensis?

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