Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
559067

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cordem.) Coode

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 31: 224 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558399

Common Names

  • Badula decumbens
  • Decumbent Badula
  • Decumbent Badula

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Synonyms

  • Icacorea decumbens Cordem. [unknown]

Description

Badula decumbens (also called 'Climbing Ebony', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading, rounded crown and its leaves are leathery, dark green and glossy. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and is often found in areas of high altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Badula decumbens 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 decumbens 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

Badula decumbens 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 decumbens

Badula decumbens can be found in Madagascar.

Badula decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Badula decumbens?

Badula decumbens

What is the common name of Badula decumbens?

Decumbent Badula

Where is Badula decumbens found?

Badula decumbens is found in Central and South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2667766: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Jacob de Cordemoy (1835-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordem.' in the authors string.
Mark James Elgar Coode (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coode' in the authors string.