Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 90 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558392
Common Names
- Badula borbonica
- Borbonica Badula
- Borbonica Badula Tree
Synonyms
- Icacorea borbonica Cordem. [unknown]
- Tinus borbonica (A.DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Badula borbonica (also called Bourbon Badula, 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
Badula borbonica 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Badula borbonica 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Badula borbonica can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly, but not overly, and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Badula borbonica
Badula borbonica can be found in Madagascar.
Badula borbonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Badula borbonica?
Badula borbonica
What is the common name of Badula borbonica?
Borbonica Badula
What is the natural habitat of Badula borbonica?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Badula genus
Badula balfouriana,
Badula barthesia,
Badula barthesia,
Badula borbonica,
Badula crassa,
Badula decumbens,
Badula fragilis,
Badula grammisticta,
Badula insularis,
Badula leandriana,
Badula multiflora,
Badula nitida,
Badula ovalifolia,
Badula pervilleana,
Badula platyphylla,
Badula reticulata,
Badula richardiana,
Badula sieberi,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,