Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
559098

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.DC.) Coode

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 31: 223 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558430

Common Names

  • Badula platyphylla
  • Platyphylla Badula
  • Platyphylla False Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Badula reticulata platyphylla A.DC. [unknown]
  • Oncostemum platyphyllum (A.DC.) Mez [unknown]

Description

Badula platyphylla (also called 'Broad-leaved 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 platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Badula platyphylla has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Badula platyphylla 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 platyphylla

Badula platyphylla can be found in Madagascar.

Badula platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Badula platyphylla?

Badula platyphylla

What is the family of Badula platyphylla?

Myrtaceae

What is the distribution of Badula platyphylla?

Endemic to Brazil

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-2667794: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Mark James Elgar Coode (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coode' in the authors string.