Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
bilobatum
ID:
314895

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.L.Chin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 18: 252 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314227



Common Names

  • Two-Lobed Baliospermum
  • Two-Lobed Indian Mallow
  • Two-Lobed Wax Gourd


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Description

Baliospermum bilobatum (also called 'Indian Balsam', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Baliospermum bilobatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baliospermum bilobatum is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baliospermum bilobatum is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Baliospermum bilobatum

Baliospermum bilobatum can be found in India.

Baliospermum bilobatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baliospermum bilobatum?

Baliospermum bilobatum

What type of plant is Baliospermum bilobatum?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Baliospermum bilobatum native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19529: Based on the initial data import
Tsen Li Chin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Chin' in the authors string.