Bdallophytum caesareum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caesareum
ID:
1411073
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fern.Alonso & H.Cuadros) Byng & Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.259722222. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423538
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bdallophytum caesareum (also called Bdallophytum caesareum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in dry forests and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. Its flowers are white, and its fruits are globose, up to 1 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Bdallophytum caesareum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bdallophytum caesareum are small, white, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bdallophytum caesareum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Bdallophytum caesareum
Bdallophytum caesareum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Bdallophytum caesareum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bdallophytum caesareum?
Bdallophytum caesareum
What is the common name of Bdallophytum caesareum?
Bdallophytum
What is the natural habitat of Bdallophytum caesareum?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Bdallophytum genus
Species in the Cytinaceae family
References
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
José Luis Fernández Alonso (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Alonso' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
Hermes Cuadros-Villalobos: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Cuadros' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183977-1: Based on the initial data import