Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nimbaensis
ID:
126320

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.D.Adams) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Grana 35(4): 222 (1996): (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125649



Common Names

  • Nimba Balsam
  • Nimba Balsamroot
  • Nimba Balsam-root


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia nimbaensis C.D.Adams [unknown]

Description

Baccharoides nimbaensis (also called Nimba Baccharoides, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to West Africa. It has large, lobed leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharoides nimbaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharoides nimbaensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharoides nimbaensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Baccharoides nimbaensis

Baccharoides nimbaensis is native to West Africa and can be found in areas with humid climates.

Baccharoides nimbaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharoides nimbaensis?

Baccharoides nimbaensis

What is the common name of Baccharoides nimbaensis?

Nimba Baccharoides

What is the natural habitat of Baccharoides nimbaensis?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

Species in the Baccharoides genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-86718: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.
Charles Dennis Adams (1920-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Adams' in the authors string.
Gamal El-Ghazaly (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'El-Ghazaly' in the authors string.