Batesia floribunda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London25: 303 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173883
Common Names
- Floribunda Batesia
- Floribunda Ironwood
- Batesia Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Batesia floribunda (also called Many-Flowered Batesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 feet tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is found in dry, open forests. It has small, yellow flowers and small, green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Batesia floribunda is used as an ornamental plant and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Batesia floribunda has small, white flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are long and thin, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.
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Batesia floribunda is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited for temperate regions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, as it is susceptible to root rot. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Batesia floribunda
Batesia floribunda is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Batesia floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Batesia floribunda?
Batesia floribunda
What type of plant is Batesia floribunda?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.
Where is Batesia floribunda found?
It is native to Brazil.
Species in the Batesia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Batesia floribunda Spruce ex Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.