Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
zygodioides
ID:
313350

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(1): 210 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312682



Common Names

  • Two-seeded False Buttonweed
  • Two-seeded False Buttonweed
  • Two-seeded False Buttonweed


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Synonyms

  • Oncinotis zygodioides K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Baissea aframensis Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]

Description

Baissea zygodioides (also called Zygodioid False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 16 inches tall. It has small, white flowers, and its leaves are lanceolate and hairy. It is native to tropical Africa and the West Indies, and it grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Baissea zygodioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin conditions and wounds. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baissea zygodioides has small white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baissea zygodioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Baissea zygodioides

Baissea zygodioides is native to Angola and can be found in the dry woodlands of the Namibe Province.

Baissea zygodioides FAQ

What are the common names of Baissea zygodioides?

Baissea, Baissea zygodioides

What is the growth habit of Baissea zygodioides?

It is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm in height

What is the native range of Baissea zygodioides?

It is native to South America

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19380: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.