Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
559050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 37: 361 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558382

Common Names

  • Badiera virgata
  • Virgate Badiera
  • Virgate Badiera

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Description

Badiera virgata (also called Virgate Badiera, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found in marshy areas, ponds, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Badiera virgata is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin ailments and its flowers being used to make tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Badiera virgata sub. alternifolia (R.Rankin) R.Rankin
Badiera virgata var. scabridula (S.F.Blake) R.Rankin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Badiera virgata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Badiera virgata is a tropical shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Badiera virgata

Badiera virgata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas.

Badiera virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Badiera virgata?

Badiera virgata

What is the common name of Badiera virgata?

Virgata Badiera

What is the natural habitat of Badiera virgata?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

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