Status:
valid
Authors:
Evrard
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 99: 132 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569875
Common Names
- Bouea poilanei
- Poilane's Bouea
- Bouea of Poilane
Description
Bouea poilanei (also called 'Poilane's Bouea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bouea poilanei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Bouea poilanei has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Seed: The seeds of Bouea poilanei are small and black. Seedlings: Bouea poilanei seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bouea poilanei is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from the stem tips and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Bouea poilanei
Bouea poilanei is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Bouea poilanei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bouea poilanei?
Bouea poilanei
What is the family of Bouea poilanei?
Annonaceae
What is the common name of Bouea poilanei?
Poilane's Bouea
Species in the Bouea genus
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,