Basella madagascariensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
823882
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boivin ex H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 14: 55 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823216
Common Names
- Basella madagascariensis
- Madagascariensis Basella
- Basella Madagascariensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Basella madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Basella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Basellaceae. It is an annual herb with a maximum height of about 1 m. It is native to the tropical regions of the world and is found in moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Basella madagascariensis has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Basella madagascariensis has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Basella madagascariensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer and rooting them in a mix of sand and peat. It can also be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Basella madagascariensis
Basella madagascariensis is native to Madagascar. It can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and streams.
Basella madagascariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Basella madagascariensis?
Basella madagascariensis
What is the common name of Basella madagascariensis?
Malabar Spinach
Where is Basella madagascariensis native to?
Tropical Asia
Species in the Basella genus
Species in the Basellaceae family
Anredera aspera, Anredera baselloides, Anredera brachystachys, Anredera cordifolia, Anredera densiflora, Anredera diffusa, Anredera floribunda, Anredera krapovickasii, Anredera marginata, Anredera ramosa, Anredera tucumanensis, Anredera vesicaria, Basella alba, Basella excavata, Basella leandriana, Basella madagascariensis, Basella paniculata, Tournonia hookeriana, Ullucus tuberosus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360853: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Louis Hyacinthe Boivin (1808-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boivin' in the authors string.