Balbisia verticillata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verticillata
ID:
559442
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Anales Ci. Nat. 7: 62 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558774
Common Names
- Balbisia verticillata
- Verticillata Balbisia
- Verticillata Balbisia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Ledocarpon argenteum C.Presl [unknown]
- Ledocarpon chilense Steud. [unknown]
- Ledocarpon chiloense Desf. [unknown]
- Oenothera scoparia Ruiz & Pav. ex D.Don [unknown]
- Balbisia weberbaueri R.Knuth [unknown]
Description
Balbisia verticillata (also called 'Whorled 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 verticillata 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 verticillata 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 verticillata 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 verticillata
Balbisia verticillata is native to South America, particularly in Peru.
Balbisia verticillata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balbisia verticillata?
Balbisia verticillata
What is the common name of Balbisia verticillata?
Whorled Balbisia
Where is Balbisia verticillata 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-2668162: Based on the initial data import
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.