Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bamps) Wieringa
Source:
ildis
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Wageningen Agric. Univ. Pap.99(4): 213 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193709
Common Names
- Evrard's Bikinia
- Bikinia Evrardii
- Bikinia
Synonyms
- Monopetalanthus evrardii Bamps [valid]
Description
Bikinia evrardii (also called Evrard's Needle-leaf, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bikinia evrardii is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It is used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Bikinia evrardii is white, with a yellow center, and is borne in clusters. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bikinia evrardii is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Bikinia evrardii
Bikinia evrardii is native to Central Africa and can be found in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Cameroon.
Bikinia evrardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bikinia evrardii?
Bikinia evrardii
What is the family of Bikinia evrardii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Bikinia evrardii?
Evrardii
Species in the Bikinia genus
Bikinia aciculifera,
Bikinia breynei,
Bikinia congensis,
Bikinia coriacea,
Bikinia durandii,
Bikinia evrardii,
Bikinia grisea,
Bikinia letestui,
Bikinia media,
Bikinia pellegrinii,
Species in the Fabaceae family