Balbisia microphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
559436
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Reiche
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chile 1: 294 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558768
Common Names
- Balbisia microphylla
- Microphylla Balbisia
- Balbisia Microphylla
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- Ledocarpon microphyllum Phil. [unknown]
Description
Balbisia microphylla (also called 'Small-leaved 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 microphylla 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 microphylla flower is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Balbisia microphylla 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 microphylla
Balbisia microphylla is native to South America, particularly in Peru.
Balbisia microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balbisia microphylla?
Balbisia microphylla
What is the common name of Balbisia microphylla?
Small-leaved Balbisia
Where is Balbisia microphylla found?
India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.