Balbisia peduncularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peduncularis
ID:
559440
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) D.Don
Source:
cmp
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 11: 277 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558772
Common Names
- Balbisia peduncularis
- Peduncularis Balbisia
- Balbisia Peduncularis
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- Ledocarpon pedunculare Lindl. [unknown]
- Ledocarpon cistiflorum (Hook.) Meyen [unknown]
- Cruckshanksia cistiflora Hook. [unknown]
- Cruckshanksia peduncularis (Lindl.) Steud. [unknown]
Description
Balbisia peduncularis (also called 'Peduncular 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 peduncularis 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 peduncularis 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 peduncularis 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 peduncularis
Balbisia peduncularis is native to South America, particularly in Peru.
Balbisia peduncularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balbisia peduncularis?
Balbisia peduncularis
What is the common name of Balbisia peduncularis?
Peduncular Balbisia
Where is Balbisia peduncularis 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668160: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.