Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch. & Dalziel
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr.1: 336 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414182
Common Names
- Tessmannia Baikieaoides
- Baikiea-like Tessmannia
- Baikiea-like Eriocaulon
Description
Tessmannia baikieaoides (also called Baikie's tessmannia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a rounded crown and dark green, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in lowland rainforests and on the edges of swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Tessmannia baikieaoides is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tessmannia baikieaoides has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a five-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tessmannia baikieaoides is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a container with a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Tessmannia baikieaoides
Tessmannia baikieaoides is native to tropical Africa.
Tessmannia baikieaoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tessmannia baikieaoides?
Tessmannia baikieaoides
What are the common names of Tessmannia baikieaoides?
Baikiea-like Tessmannia, Baikiea-like Tussock
What is the growth habit of Tessmannia baikieaoides?
It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit
Species in the Tessmannia genus
Tessmannia africana,
Tessmannia anomala,
Tessmannia baikiaeoides,
Tessmannia burttii,
Tessmannia camoneana,
Tessmannia copallifera,
Tessmannia dawei,
Tessmannia densiflora,
Tessmannia dewildemaniana,
Tessmannia lescrauwaetii,
Tessmannia martiniana,
Tessmannia yangambiensis,
Tessmannia baikieaoides,
Tessmannia korupensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family