Balbisia aphanifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphanifolia
ID:
559430
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Hunz. & Ariza
Source:
cmp
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 7: 238 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558762
Common Names
- Balbisia aphanifolia
- Aphanifolia Balbisia
- Aphanifolia Balbisias
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Wendtia aphanifolia Griseb. [unknown]
Description
Balbisia aphanifolia (also called 'Aphanifoliate Balbisia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a small, herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Balbisia aphanifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Balbisia aphanifolia flower is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Balbisia aphanifolia is a terrestrial, evergreen, perennial plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the plant can be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Balbisia aphanifolia
Balbisia aphanifolia can be found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.
Balbisia aphanifolia FAQ
What are the common names of Balbisia aphanifolia?
Common names of Balbisia aphanifolia include aphanifoliate balbisia and aphanifoliate balbisia.
What is the distribution of Balbisia aphanifolia?
Balbisia aphanifolia is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan.
What is the habitat of Balbisia aphanifolia?
Balbisia aphanifolia grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Species in the Balbisia genus
Species in the Francoaceae family
Balbisia calycina, Balbisia aphanifolia, Balbisia gracilis, Balbisia integrifolia, Balbisia meyeniana, Balbisia microphylla, Balbisia miniata, Balbisia peduncularis, Balbisia stitchkinii, Balbisia verticillata, Balbisia calycina, Bersama abyssinica, Bersama lucens, Bersama palustris, Bersama swinnyi, Bersama swynnertonii, Bersama tysoniana, Bersama yangambiensis, Francoa appendiculata, Greyia flanaganii, Greyia radlkoferi, Greyia sutherlandii, Melianthus comosus, Melianthus dregeanus, Melianthus major, Melianthus pectinatus, Melianthus villosus, Melianthus elongatus, Rhynchotheca spinosa, Viviania linostigma, Viviania ovata, Viviania tenuicaulis, Viviania elegans, Viviania marifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668151: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Luis Ariza Espinar (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ariza' in the authors string.
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.