Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
570244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toelken

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 10: 59 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569576

Common Names

  • Common Boscia
  • Downy Boscia
  • Tomentose Boscia

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Description

Boscia tomentosa (also called Woolly Boscia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. 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 tomentosa 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 tomentosa 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 tomentosa is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, bright location and should root within a few weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Boscia tomentosa

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

Boscia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boscia tomentosa?

Boscia tomentosa

What is the common name of Boscia tomentosa?

Tomentose Boscia

What is the natural habitat of Boscia tomentosa?

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,

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