Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.26: 281 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211923
Common Names
- Brachybotrys Baphia
- Baphia Brachybotrys
- Brachybotrys Velvetbush
Synonyms
- Baphia sublucida De Wild. [valid]
Description
Baphia brachybotrys (also called Baphia brachybotrya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Baphia brachybotrys is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baphia brachybotrys is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baphia brachybotrys is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-3 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Baphia brachybotrys
Baphia brachybotrys is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Baphia brachybotrys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baphia brachybotrys?
Baphia brachybotrys
What type of plant is Baphia brachybotrys?
Baphia brachybotrys is a shrub
Where is Baphia brachybotrys found?
Baphia brachybotrys is found in tropical Africa
Species in the Baphia genus
Baphia madagascariensis,
Baphia abyssinica,
Baphia angolensis,
Baphia aurivellerea,
Baphia bequaertii,
Baphia bergeri,
Baphia brachybotrys,
Baphia buettneri,
Baphia burttii,
Baphia capparidifolia,
Baphia multiflora,
Baphia chrysophylla,
Baphia claessensii,
Baphia cordifolia,
Baphia cuspidata,
Baphia dewevrei,
Baphia dewildeana,
Baphia dubia,
Baphia eriocalyx,
Baphia gossweileri,
Baphia heudelotiana,
Baphia incerta,
Baphia kirkii,
Baphia latiloi,
Baphia laurentii,
Baphia laurifolia,
Baphia leptobotrys,
Baphia leptostemma,
Baphia letestui,
Baphia longipedicellata,
Baphia macrocalyx,
Baphia mambillensis,
Baphia massaiensis,
Baphia maxima,
Baphia nitida,
Baphia obanensis,
Baphia pauloi,
Baphia pilosa,
Baphia pubescens,
Baphia puguensis,
Baphia punctulata,
Baphia semseiana,
Baphia spathacea,
Baphia polyantha,
Baphia speciosa,
Baphia wollastonii,
Baphia megaphylla,
Baphia madagascariensis,
Baphia cymosa,
Baphia rosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family