Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedicellaris
ID:
193780

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 37 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193109



Common Names

  • Balizia pedicellaris
  • Pedicellaris Balizia
  • Pedicellaris Balizia


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium pedicellare (DC.) Benth. [valid]
  • Inga pedicellaris DC. [valid]
  • Macrosamanea pedicellaris (DC.) Kleinhoonte [valid]
  • Samanea pedicellaris (Dc.) Record [valid]
  • Albizia pedicellaris (Dc.) L.Rico [valid]
  • Feuilleea pedicellaris (DC.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Balizia pedicellaris (also called Pedicellate Balizia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in Madagascar. It has simple, alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Balizia pedicellaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Balizia pedicellaris is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balizia pedicellaris is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Balizia pedicellaris

Balizia pedicellaris is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Balizia pedicellaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balizia pedicellaris?

Balizia pedicellaris

What is the common name of Balizia pedicellaris?

Pedicellate Balizia

What is the natural habitat of Balizia pedicellaris?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:989349-1: Based on the initial data import