Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
solanifolium
ID:
315205

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.) Suresh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Interpr. Van Rheede’s Hort. Malab. : 106 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314537



Common Names

  • Solanum Betony
  • Solanum Wood Betony
  • Solanum Hedge Nettle


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha montana Willd. [unknown]
  • Ricinus montanus Wall. [unknown]
  • Baliospermum angulare Decne. ex Baill. [unknown]
  • Baliospermum axillare Blume [unknown]
  • Baliospermum indicum Decne. [unknown]
  • Baliospermum montanum Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Baliospermum moritzianum Baill. [unknown]
  • Baliospermum pendulinum Pax [unknown]
  • Baliospermum polyandrum Wight [unknown]
  • Baliospermum raziana Kesh.Murthy & Yogan. [unknown]
  • Croton polyandrus Roxb. [unknown]
  • Croton roxburghii Wall. [unknown]
  • Croton solanifolius Burm. [unknown]
  • Croton solanifolius Geiseler [unknown]

Description

Baliospermum solanifolium (also called Potato Leaf Baliospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a hairy stem and ovate leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist habitats, such as meadows and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Baliospermum solanifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baliospermum solanifolium is a small, white or yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baliospermum solanifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by taking cuttings in summer. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Baliospermum solanifolium

Baliospermum solanifolium is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It is a shrub with large, oval leaves and yellow flowers.

Baliospermum solanifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baliospermum solanifolium?

Baliospermum solanifolium

What type of plant is Baliospermum solanifolium?

Herb

Where is Baliospermum solanifolium native to?

India

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-19558: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Burman (1707-1779): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.' in the authors string.
C.R. Suresh (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suresh' in the authors string.