Boscia senegalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
senegalensis
ID:
570235
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1793
Citation Micro:
Tabl. Encycl. : t. 395 (1793)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569567
Common Names
- Common Boscia
- Senegal Boscia
- Senegal Boscia
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- Boscia firma Radlk. [unknown]
- Boscia hypoglauca Gilg [unknown]
- Boscia octandra Hochst. ex Radlk. [unknown]
- Boscia octandra firma (Radlk.) Fiori [unknown]
Description
Boscia senegalensis (also called Senegal Boscia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Africa. It is an evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall. It has small, green leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Boscia senegalensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Boscia senegalensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Boscia senegalensis is a tropical shrub native to Africa. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Boscia senegalensis
Boscia senegalensis is native to Senegal and can be found in the northern and central regions of the country.
Boscia senegalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boscia senegalensis?
Boscia senegalensis
What is the common name of Boscia senegalensis?
Senegal Boscia
What is the natural habitat of Boscia senegalensis?
Dry woodlands and thickets
Species in the Boscia genus
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,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2680359: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.