Badusa palawanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridsdale
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Blumea 28: 146 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310180
Common Names
- Palawan Baeckea
- Palawan Island Baeckea
- Palawan Island Baekea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Badusa palawanensis (also called Palawan badusa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands and grows in rocky, mountainous habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Badusa palawanensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a tonic and to improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Badusa palawanensis is a white or yellowish-white corolla with a tubular shape. The seed is an oblong-shaped achene with a small, white appendage. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Badusa palawanensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It is best to plant the seeds in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Badusa palawanensis
Badusa palawanensis can be found in the Philippines.
Badusa palawanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Badusa palawanensis?
Badusa palawanensis
What is the common name of Badusa palawanensis?
Palawan Badusa
Where is Badusa palawanensis found?
Philippines
Species in the Badusa genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19139: Based on the initial data import
Colin Ernest Ridsdale (1944-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridsdale' in the authors string.